Main Justice

MS NOW, Andrew Weissmann, Mary McCord

Main Justice is the next era of legal analysis from Andrew Weissmann and Mary McCord, the veteran lawyers behind the hit podcast Prosecuting Donald Trump. As the Trump administration wields its power, Andrew and Mary draw on their extensive experience working within the Department of Justice to break down what’s happening inside Trump’s DOJ. Each week, they use their platform on Main Justice to safeguard against assaults on our laws, our Constitution, and our democracy.

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235 episodes
Updated July 28

Episodes235

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Aug 19, 2025 · 51 min
Normalizing Militarization
Pam Bondi backs down in D.C. as National Guard units from five red states head to the nation’s capital. Plus: Two D.C. Circuit decisions you should keep tabs on.
Aug 12, 2025 · 56 min
Demonstrably False
Trump federalizes DC police, sends in the National Guard citing “public safety”. Plus: DOJ fails to get grand jury testimony unsealed in the Ghislaine Maxwell case.
Aug 5, 2025 · 53 min
Distractions and Sideshows
The OSC investigates Jack Smith and legal watchdog files complaints against DOJ attorneys. PLUS: the 9th Circuit upholds pause on California ICE raids.
Jul 29, 2025 · 53 min
An Unrecognizable Justice Department
Ghislaine Maxwell questioned by Todd Blanche, sanctuary cities continue to clash with Trump. Plus: a misconduct complaint against Judge Boasberg.
Jul 23, 2025 · 49 min
Disestablishment of the Law
DOJ moves to unseal materials in Epstein case, a trial for pro-Palestinian activists wraps. Plus: ex-officer sentenced in rebuke to Trump administration.
Jul 14, 2025 · 51 min
This is Not Normal
Powerful new evidence drops in the DOJ whistleblower case. And a federal judge halts race-based immigration stops in LA.
Jul 8, 2025 · 52 min
"Your Huddled Masses"
SCOTUS greenlights deportations to South Sudan. And with an influx of new cash, ICE operations are looking to expand significantly.
Jul 1, 2025 · 1 hr 1 min
Judicial Authority for Me Not Thee
SCOTUS rules on universal injunctions. Plus: denaturalizing US citizens and ICE raids target migrant workers.
Jun 24, 2025 · 56 min
Testing the Limits
The legal limits of war powers are questioned after military strikes in Iran. Plus: a DOJ whistleblower complaint and SCOTUS rules on removals to third countries.
Jun 18, 2025 · 59 min
Unflinching Obligation
A look at disturbing political violence in Minnesota amid political protests across the country. Plus: a press conference seizure and a losing appeal.
Jun 11, 2025 · 59 min
Sending in the Military
Trump invokes Title 10 to federalize the National Guard in California. And Abrego Garcia is brought home to face charges.
Jun 4, 2025 · 53 min
Checks and Balances
Are Trumps tariffs legal? Plus: a well-used pardon power and reshaping the FBI.
May 27, 2025 · 54 min
“Rule by Whim”
The Trump administration targets Harvard, SCOTUS decides on independent board firings, and the government is ordered to return O.C.G. as it continues defy a Judge’s TRO.
May 20, 2025 · 58 min
"Generally" We Follow the Law
The Supreme Court weighs in on Trump’s executive orders. And due process is still at issue.
May 13, 2025 · 58 min
Humpty Dumpty
Can you suspend habeas? SCOTUS says no. Plus: a TRO on firing federal workers and national injunctions have their day in court.
May 6, 2025 · 52 min
Presumption of Irregularity
Judges are increasingly frustrated with Trump’s attempts to circumvent legal statutes and rule by executive order.
May 3, 2025 · 42 min
100 Days of Trump: Law & Disorder
Listen to MSNBC special coverage breaking down the most consequential legal moments from the first 100 days of the new administration.
Apr 29, 2025 · 57 min
100 Days of Hypocrisy
Themes of intimidation and flouting due process emerge as the Trump administration hits 100 days in office.
Apr 22, 2025 · 59 min
Live from Princeton
Andrew and Mary record this week from Princeton University. On their docket: Abrego Garcia, SCOTUS, and academic freedom.
Apr 15, 2025 · 56 min
Mr. Abrego Garcia
The Trump administration continues to avoid accountability for Abrego Garcia’s wrongful removal and lack of due process rights.