Prosecuting Tump

Discover the inner workings of the legal system as we navigate the turbulent waters of Donald Trump's Manhattan trial with former prosecutor Eric Lisann. Follow Eric @twitter.com/ericlisannThis episode peels back the layers of complex legal strategies and the spectacle of courtroom drama. We explore how Trump's repeated contempt charges for violating a gag order could reshape the judicial landscape, with Eric providing his seasoned perspective on the rare nature of such violations and their ramifications. The balance between legal proceedings and the political narrative becomes a focal point, as we address the court's measured response to Trump's defiance without stoking the fires of his fervent support base.Turn the page to a chapter where storytelling in the courtroom takes center stage; this isn't just about the dry recitation of facts but the art of persuasion. With Eric's insight, we scrutinize the roles that Michael Cohen and David Pecker play in Trump's legal saga, their testimonies potentially pivoting misdemeanors into felonies. Amidst the serious legal discussions, we share a lighter moment, musing over "Don Snorleone" and the image of courtroom drowsiness in the political theater. Yet, we quickly return to the gravity of the situation, considering the implications of a defendant's lack of engagement for the judge and jury and what that might signal about their view of the legal process.Our final act traverses the broader investigations into Trump's affairs by the Southern District of New York. The narrative unfolds to expose the undercurrents of political influence within the Department of Justice, casting a long shadow over the pursuit of justice. As we bid farewell to Eric Lasan and his invaluable contributions, the episode extends an invitation to join us in further dialogues across the social media sphere. We're not just here to discuss; we're here to connect and enrich the conversation with our community of listeners, eager for the next chapter in this unfolding political and legal drama.Support the Show.Support the show:https://www.buzzsprout.com/2003879/supportFollow our show's hosts on Twitter: twitter.com/@CoolTXchicktwitter.com/@Caroldedwinetwitter.com/taradublinrockstwitter.com/blackknight10ktwitter.com/@pardonpodFind Tara's book here:Taradublinrocks.comFind Ty's book here:Consequence of ChoiceSubscribe to Tara's substack:taradublin.substack.comSubscribe to Ty's substack:https://theworldasiseeit.substack.com/ Support Our Sponsor: Sheets & GigglesEucalyptus Sheets (Recommended):Sleep Mask (I use this every night)Eucalyptus Comfortor...