Amicus: A Law Review

In this episode, Jim Santelle tackles the crucial role of federal district courts in upholding the rule of law, highlighting recent cases where judges blocked Trump administration actions on vaccines, press restrictions, and governance at the Kennedy Center. The episode also delves into Trump’s lawsuit against Harvard and a civil suit by former FBI agents […]

Sat Mar 21, 2026

1:27:17

Jim Santelle dives into the tumultuous legal landscape, spotlighting grand jury subpoenas and their pivotal role in DOJ investigations. Highlighting figures like Jerome Powell and Letitia James, he scrutinizes politically charged probes deemed baseless by federal judges. The episode unravels the chaos surrounding 120-day interim U.S. Attorney appointments and their legal pitfalls. Santelle critiques the […]

Sat Mar 14, 2026

1:27:09

This episode of Amicus dives into the tumultuous state of the U.S. judicial and legal systems, highlighting recent Supreme Court actions and lower court controversies. It covers the Supreme Court’s handling of Second Amendment rights in the context of drug use, particularly marijuana, and its implications for gun ownership. The Court’s shadow docket decisions, including […]

Sat Mar 7, 2026

1:27:00

Dive into a whirlwind of legal intrigue with Jim Santelle as he navigates the latest from the U.S. Supreme Court and beyond. The high court tackles the Takings Clause in Pung v. Isabella County, questions the Postal Service’s immunity in Conan, and examines courtroom tactics in Villarreal v. Texas. Meanwhile, Judge Brian Murphy slams Trump’s […]

Sat Feb 28, 2026

1:26:06

The Supreme Court delivers a major blow to presidential powers, ruling 6-3 against Trump’s sweeping tariffs on imports, citing constitutional overreach. The court’s decision emphasizes Congress’s role in taxation, with Neil Gorsuch extolling legislative process virtues. Trump lashes out at the justices, calling them ‘fools’ and ‘lap dogs,’ highlighting a growing tension between branches. Meanwhile, […]

Sat Feb 21, 2026

1:27:07

In a chaotic congressional hearing, Attorney General Pam Bondi faced intense scrutiny and criticism for her unprofessional demeanor and evasive answers before the House Judiciary Committee. Her testimony, marked by confrontations with US Representatives like Jamie Raskin and Ted Lieu, highlighted issues of competence and decorum. Despite the focus on the Epstein case and allegations […]

Sat Feb 14, 2026

1:11:12

Jim Santelle delivers a fiery review of the week’s legal battles, spotlighting the chaos within the Department of Justice and the federal courts’ role in upholding the rule of law. The Supreme Court’s stance on gerrymandering in Texas and California reveals partisan maneuverings, while federal judges tackle cases ranging from ICE detentions to climate change […]

Sat Feb 7, 2026

1:24:11

Host Jim Santelle delves into the legal turmoil enveloping Minneapolis. The U.S. Department of Justice, under Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche, reverses its stance to investigate the murder of Alex Pretti by ICE agents, igniting debates on civil rights and federal overreach. Chief Judge Patrick Schultz lambasts the DOJ for its unprecedented move to overturn […]

Sat Jan 31, 2026

1:26:08

Amicus dives into two Supreme Court oral arguments: a Second Amendment case from Hawaii challenging property rights versus gun rights, and a high-stakes battle over presidential powers to dismiss Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook. The Court seems poised to uphold property rights and protect Federal Reserve independence, signaling skepticism towards Trump’s attempts to fire Cook […]

Sat Jan 24, 2026

1:26:06

This week’s legal landscape is a whirlwind of judicial power and constitutional debates. In Minneapolis, a federal judge clamps down on ICE agents’ overreach, stirring lawsuits and resignations as the DOJ eyes criminal probes against local leaders. The Insurrection Act rears its head, only for Trump to backtrack amid backlash. Meanwhile, in Virginia, turmoil ensues […]

Sat Jan 17, 2026

1:24:29