Advisory Opinions

The Dissent Heard Around the World

Nov 20, 2025 · 1 hr 19 min
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Sarah Isgur and David French react to Judge Jerry Smith's unconventional dissent in the legal challenge against the Texas GOP redistricting effort.


Also: James Comey may catch a break after U.S. Attorney Lindsey Halligan's presentation before the grand jury exposed amateurish errors.

The Agenda:
—Sudafed as an enemy
Judge Jerry Smith's dissent
Redistricting challenges in Texas
Comey's case and grand jury proceedings

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