The Cases Against Donald Trump with Preet Bharara, Laura Coates, Neal Katyal and Thane Rosenbaum

The Cases Against Donald Trump with Preet Bharara, Laura Coates, Neal Katyal and Thane Rosenbaum
Donald Trump’s post-presidency and his bid for a second term have been dominated by a dizzying number of criminal prosecutions and civil lawsuits brought against him in various states, in both federal and state courts.
Some have already been decided, while others are paused by appeals. Most are scheduled to go to trial before the Republican Nominating Convention. Two of the cases might reach the Supreme Court and require expedited decisions. Did Trump violate campaign finance laws? Is he guilty of espionage? Did the events on January 6, 2021, constitute an insurrection that disqualifies him from seeking federal office? Was he engaged in racketeering to defraud the American public and obstruct the certification of electoral votes? Are these cases merely a political ploy to upend his campaign?
Join us in discussing this legal showdown that could decide this next presidential election with CNN’s Chief Legal Analyst, Laura Coates; MSNBC legal analyst and Supreme Court attorney, Neal Katyal; and former United States Attorney, Preet Bharara; moderated by law professor and FOLCS Creative Director, Thane Rosenbaum.
Recorded April 7, 2024 at 92nd Street Y, New York.
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[@johnmar6376]

I like to see Neal Katyal replace Clarence Thomas on the Supreme Court. Press thumps up if you feel the same.

[@jimgill5706]

The theory that a President can pardon himself is the most absurd thing that I have ever heard.

[@KathyDennis-fy3bg]

Neal Katyal for Supreme Court!

[@ParkAvenue34]

He'd be a brilliant Supreme Court Justice

[@m.w.976]

*The supreme court (yes, lower case) as we know it today, is beneath Neal Katyal.*

[@vincenttoh3909]

Hell, yeah!

[@bryanwing2378]

let's hope Biden wins so Neal would have a chance... realize that the Senate really hates folks who are non-white

[@sharonwilbourne7256]

I support this notion.

[@kayecastleman6353]

I could listen to Neal Katyal talk law all day long.

[@tyy5557]

Huge fan of Neal Katyal and Preet Bharara. Biden on the trail and Trump on trial. Priceless!

[@peterk4134]

Like the musical letter play : trIAl v trAIl.

[@ralphgunlock9316]

​@@peterk4134😊😊😊

[@timgreen6655]

U😊

[@timgreen6655]

😢😂u😅🎉😊

[@ronaldscottgoosen6699]

😊ruter😊 1:06:06 🎉rtr😮tttue😮ts 😮y😮😮😮

[@richyp64]

I'm one of the 31% that thinks President Biden is doing a fantastic job and I will be voting for him again. 💙💙

[@jannichi6431]

Yepper, bragging works but he has an immigration and Isreal he could be stronger on. A strong attempt or explanation (Lankford Bill fail and Bibi still in charge) could change tides.

[@susansellars3869]

I don't do polls! Do you? I think Biden is doing better than 31%

[@susangreene6449]

I don't know what polls you're believing but they're inaccurate especially since the media spews so much disinformation. Glad you support President Joe Biden. I do too. VOTE BLUE

[@ThomasCarrels-to5xe]

What is there not to like in such an honorable, respectable guy like trump?

[@ThomasCarrels-to5xe]

Just kidding

[@scottfinn6788]

I want to thank Neal Katyal for helping get me through this disturbing period of Donald Trump.

[@lyricessence]

So, so true.

[@nancys5653]

Oh yes! Me too! I love his voice of reason.

[@MyFavoriteColorIsBLUE]

I absolutely adore Neil, so thank you for having him on your panel. Great show everyone

[@annsmith185]

Wow! What a wonderful panel!

[@laurafolsom2048]

Great panel

[@frankmalinaro9700]

~~~ I am one of Preet Bharara 's biggest fans ! His courage is inspiring ... He's also brilliant .

[@DebraBashawPelsma-bg7rt]

Go Preet I have always loved you. Thank you 🙏🏻

[@SMF314]

Same here! And he wrote a great book on crime, punishment, and the rule of law, called "Doing Justice" - a great read, and very informative.

[@mariejohnson1891]

Great panel. I love them all and admire them all in their own individual capacities and intelligence.

[@Dabebo-xk2bt]

😮What a great line of guests! All on one stage. Bravo 👏.

[@chrisUSA]

Mr. Bharara is one of The BEST of the BEST in America - an incredible leader. I would love to see him as the next US Attorney General when it turns over IF he wants that appointment. Or a Justice on the US Supreme Court. In my opinion, he is fantastic by any measure. I am not familiar with Mrs. Coates, Mr. Katyal or Mr. Rosenbaum, but I feel sure they are all excellent attorneys. This is a fantasic panel and their commentary and analysis is right on point.

[@darlene6531]

I think Preet would have been a great AG. M Garland is unsuited for the role.

[@m.w.976]

​@@darlene6531*THANK GOODNESS Garland did not make it to the Supreme Court!*

[@dianesawtell7216]

Thank you for having this educated and intelligent panel. The best people to inform the public on the legal issues in a calm and understandable way.

[@Karen-qn8qt]

Great discussions. Great insights. Great panel~Bharara, Katyal & Coates! Thank you😏

[@joane8651]

I wish this discussion didn't end so quickly, more questions need to be answered, please don't stop.

[@marialewis6432]

Love, love Neal Katyal...❤

[@marablemorgan8292]

You're the man, Neal!

[@mariacarter3466]

❤❤

[@jennylim1558]

What a wonderful Panel and I am a Big fan of all 3. Brilliant minds and great analysis of each case. Thank you so much for bringing all these 3 fantastic legal eagles together, What a treat !!! 🙏👏👍

[@janejohns51]

Good one Neil Law n order meets days of our lives

[@oceanecastelnau9821]

Really impressed by Laura Coates! You go girl! She holds her own with two of America's best legal warriors!

[@anthonydeal5167]

A few remarks: 1. Fani Willis should not have had to endure most of the questioning at all. 2. Ms. Willis quietly had to listen to her name, and that of her ex-boyfriend, being smeared and lies perpetrated to the media by the defense for weeks and months.After having taken all the lies and inuendo she could, she had to speak out. Then the judge took it upon himself, as part of his ruling that; ‘there was no evidence of material conflict that would have affected the case, to pontificate on all the reasons why it ‘looked bad”. None of which had any bearing on the specifics of the ruling. Rather, only served to smear Willis and Wade even further without any evidence. 3. What makes all of this even more absurd, is that evidence was brought that Nathan Wade actually made more money before this case. And could have reasonably expected to continue to do so. So, The defense theory is that, Ms. Willis got Wàde a job, to enrich him, and get him to take her on trips. Why have him take a job for make less money? Especially, if as the defense suggests, the relationship began even earlier, before the case was indicted, and they bóth were attempting to keep it private.? 4. The position Mr. Wade accepted in the district attorney’s office, was rejected by two others who were asked first. They both testified the position, ‘was too dangerous in the current environment and not worth the risk to themselves or their families.’ Yet, Mr Wade, took a pay cut and accepted the position, with its dangerous and obvious risks, as a service to the community. And The fact that ‘Judge’ MacAfee had the audacity to even entertain this purpostrious motion is beyond the pale. And then to make the ruling based on an appearance of impropriety, that Fani must either give up the prosecution or accept Wade’s resignation or fire him. None of this would not have happened if they were not of color. Period. Now we can get on with the trial. Nathan Wade is now much better off, as he testified he was losing money working for them he makes more money outside of this prosecution. He took the job because nobody else who was asked, accepted. The loss belongs to the people of Georgia.

[@newnewhutchison991]

I don't like republican at all and I can't believe that I ever voted for one but I will never understand how anyone could ever vote for trump

[@rickw3243]

Biden is far worse.

[@megahappy2bemeIntheStarz]

When I was young I voted for some Republicans, but no way ever again! I can understand why some vote for him, but NOT if you have half a brain.

[@MsJoaniesgarden]

Clarence Thomas should step down or at least recluse himself from any of Trump's legal quandaries. Corruption destroyed his credibility.

[@jannichi6431]

Did He ever have any? Sat quiet when Scalia was running the sh*t show.

[@megahappy2bemeIntheStarz]

Especially because his wife Ginni was seriously involved with bringing people to D.C. for it etc.

[@m.w.976]

*Thomas will NEVER recuse himself. He has already been bought and paid for.*

[@alishadennis7769]

He won't step down and he isn't the only supreme Court dirty judge who needs to be dismissed ,impeached, fired !!! Double the amount of all his dirty gifts s from dirty wealthy peoples money 🤑💰🤑 and fine him that amount while he is on trail. We must stop 🛑 letting dirty greedy hateful haters of Americans be treated like GOD'S AND JUST LIKE DIRTY 👿😡😤😮 JUDGES WHO WILL BE HELD ACCOUNTABLE FOR THEIR WRING DOINGS AS WELL !!!!

[@georgefordham417]

Impeach Thomas.

[@frankchinh6216]

This discussion also reminds us of how subservient Bill Bar has tarnished the US justice system by spinelessly aiding DJT to force Preet Bharara out of the noble public service!!!

[@susansellars3869]

Intelligence is nice to hear! Voting blue!

[@ccsullivan9164]

This is why I miss New York. [homesick] If you close your eyes and listen, the facilitator sounds exactly like Gene Wilder.

[@youngspiritsinging]

and he resembles Gene Wilder too.

[@ladyliberty417]

Oh my goodness , I was just thinking that!! I miss Gene✌🏼

[@mindseyeproductions8798]

You should never, never doubt something that no one is sure of.”

[@elenalatici9568]

I miss NY😢😢😢

[@elaineburnett5230]

How wonderful 😊

[@user-on5jh6wz9t]

Fantastic! This was about law and not politics!

[@donpardee6041]

Brilliant, Engaging, Good Paced Discussion! Bravo ❣️

[@steveh6612]

These roundtables are so good

[@wyskass861]

There is no table here, let alone a round one.

[@beeble2003]

@@wyskass861 Actually, there are two tables, and they're _both_ round.

[@LeCrisCluvies]

Each one in this group is a rock star!

[@ohioskane363]

What a great panel. Preet is brilliant, and was actually fired from being a U.S. attorney by Trump. Neal Katyal is equally brilliant. I would pay any money on pay-per-view to see him debate Trump on any issue for 15 minutes. Yes, it would be a bloodbath, but I'm all in for it. I also loved Laura Coates' take on "victimless crimes."

[@user-po3ir2tx5z]

I'd pay money to watch Preet and Neal respond to questions from MAGAs to clarify their confusion and provide some basic education about how the law and government works. Disentangle them from the hysteria the right-wing propaganda machine.

[@thegrays100]

It would be nice but they don't believe anything. It is every and all. When you ask them questions and present them with facts they sprout conspiracy theories ask you where you get your facts if you don't listen to Carlson, Bannon or Evangelicals it's the end of the discussion.

[@user-qg5wg9ut2o]

Thank you for sharing this important conversation. 🇺🇸 🎉

[@mariacarter3466]

Wow!! RESPECT N. KATAL!!

[@corazonabitan7578]

Hope Neal K., Preet B, and Glen K, will replace, Kavanaugh, Thomas, and Barrett.

[@KaiHuang-qo6tj]

Is it just me or is Rosenbaum like Gene Wilder's younger brother?

[@laurafolsom2048]

😂 very interesting look

[@ccsullivan9164]

I know…right? Even without visuals he sounds uncannily like him.

[@elaineburnett5230]

It's Risenbaum😊

[@susanbradleyskov9179]

That’s who he reminded me of! 😁

[@clausbohm9807]

Great video! In the past, any one of these case would have ended a persons political career ...

[@marablemorgan8292]

Go, Preet!!!

[@jannichi6431]

Elevates the conversation for sure. Exp. Ginny Thomas hypocrisy of SCOTUS. Chief has his own wifey issues.🤮

[@sandraleeashie3080]

Everytime I have to talk to my brother about Biden vs Trump, I feel my BP rise and worry about having a heart attack!

[@producer2123]

Great moderator. He sets up the topics extremely well. Everyone else is great too.

[@Doodelz02]

I've read (and respect their point of view) folks saying he talked too much. I'm with you. He framed the discussion well (forgetting the case the DC police have filed). He framed the questions well, presenting one of the best Trump-centric positions I've yet heard. I thought he did well, making the answers more focussed and relevant.

[@motleycru3016]

Great panel discussion!

[@TheDianeBrewer]

I follow closely all of this stuff politically and the criminality. I’m a 66 yr old woman, single mother of two, retired from Manufacturing. I saw what Trump and his sycophants were up to, before he was elected and I was exactly right unfortunately. But it’s true many don’t.

[@davidleaman6801]

When I saw Trump get elected, I started immediately looking up the history of Mussolini.

[@maryannchaisson6742]

Excellent!!! 🇨🇦👏👏👏🇨🇦

[@alishadennis7769]

Love seeing this panel 😍🥰 & especially Laura Coates 🎉!!!

[@tammystansell406]

Excellent panel! Thanks to all for road mapping the situation.

[@pointpleasant6708]

A fantastic panel….I wished Laura was able to talk more. 😊

[@davidkeita1178]

Sir rozenbaum, this show was really a success ! 3 laws gods in the show ? Bravo sir !!!!! You're the best ! Trust Me ! Waouh Laura !

[@sizakelemoloko3538]

Laura your reporting in New York was out of this world. From South Africa

[@susanb4816]

The trials should be televised and people should be able to be part of the jury virtually

[@janetives5470]

I wish all of trump’s trials were televised.

[@charlesc9584]

All the big Stars on the stage. Enjoyed it.

[@moonmunster]

I think the legal system can't see the forest for the trees most of the time. I think the Supreme Court is the worst offender of this.

[@JustWonderingOutloud]

Has anyone attempted to calculate how much Trump's trials and malicious behaviors have cost taxpayers? My guess is hundreds of millions of dollars. Would that there is a way to extract those costs from him. 🤔

[@bigbill2me]

And Ukraine just study Dr. Fiona Hill for Christ’s sake.

[@LumBo7166]

​@bigbill2me really how much did that cost using a war and the lord's name in a vain manner???

[@bigbill2me]

@@LumBo7166The Lord can handle it, I’m sorry if you can’t.

[@gailcarmack2954]

​@@bigbill2meLove her! She is very direct, honest, and knows her stuff! What a asset she has been for National Security and diplomacy.

[@salishseas]

So much money. Enough to pay off Americans student loans.

[@GettingClear]

Great panel, thank you. Really wish that Neal was arguing the Trump cases that go to the Supreme Court. I'd feel more confident.

[@cynthiahutchins5790]

What we need is a law where someone that runs for president must be able to prove they are human and not insane.

[@megahappy2bemeIntheStarz]

Here Here !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@dianemouton5650]

And has integrity

[@dianafranks3354]

How about competent and not selling America to china

[@chuxkingdom]

Laws that should be based on being truthful and non-racist.

[@ivomusician]

Just the introduction... it is all absolutely brillant!! (And yes, Neil Katyal is a rockstar!!🙃) Thank you very much from abroad in Europe/Switzerland💙💙

[@M00N.L1GHT]

The interviewer’s subtle mishandling of the actual cases doesn’t bother you at all?

[@sosueme66]

❤❤❤❤❤you all!

[@Rowan2314]

Great show, great guests.😊

[@waynemcintosh616]

great panel

[@jannanijland5336]

Put him in jail for 27 years! Just like Mandela(In his case for sowing division and creating IN-equality for the American people.)

[@pamlewis1183]

Jack Smith's brief says trump violated the take care clause, Judge Luttig joined an amicus that said trump violated the vetting clause.

[@jaelo2314]

Loved every minute of this!

[@patriciamcgrath1090]

Fabulous!

[@ToolsForLife1111]

Love to hear this. What does public think? I for one am appalled at what passes for justice. Entire legal system needs to revamp to function in current circumstances. That whole thing about no one is above the law is a joke.

[@mariacarter3466]

Definitely need a Real Supreme Court that we can Respect!!

[@3bh1cr7r]

Preet Bharara is one my favorite don't understand why President didn't appoint for US Attorney

[@jannichi6431]

very limited Gag order. Hes being treated with kid gloves we would Never have. Cannon's case at Ft. Pierce is a Clear and Present Danger...to the Globe🌎🌍

[@gleith3]

Truly enjoyed these luminaries!

[@kimberlytanner8739]

I know Supreme court is anougher show.please,please,do a show on the Supreme court...i have enjoyed this show to the max.thank you.

[@bellamartin5353]

Bravo Preet

[@pw44salem]

I’m so glad I subscribed to the podcast. Awesome guests and great content.

[@markpalmer7832]

My question is how the hell we care...he was always a carnival level con man....????

[@lcluff3649]

More of this! Thank you 🙏

[@angelikabehrend417]

I'm still disturbed by the fact, that there could be so much criminal energy by a president, without any of the acclaimed systems of protection providing safety for the people.

[@jaynegrant3133]

I have thoroughly enjoyed being a witness to this conversation. Thank you.

[@rowanvolvo5454]

If he wasn't facing prosecution, would he run for office?

[@Jan-zv7ze]

I hope you are right NEAL about Trump and his quest for immunity! I will sleep better tonight just hearing your point of view, 9 to 0!

[@sylviewalker7560]

If Trump doesn't face charges/jail time...then none of the imprisoned guilty should either.

[@randymcdaniel1244]

If you dug 26 holes from A to Z Trump would be the A Hole!

[@genevafieldson4285]

" Great panel !" Explaining the law n making sense of the charges against Donald Trump. Thank you for your insight!

[@michaelgiddings195]

This Show / Intervention is Several Actual Stable Geniuses

[@marablemorgan8292]

That's my girl, Laura!

[@gcchair7634]

This just have happened before the man set himself on fire, Laura Coats reporting was flawless.

[@monikagriffin2747]

I hope you don´t want a criminal to be your next president, my dear Americans, no matter how simple minded you may be.

[@RoseNazarian1]

“Simple minded” that is funny coming from you calling PRESIDENT TRUMP criminal before he is convicted. Go get educated before you make such an unintelligible comment you “simple minded” with lack of understanding of our legal system.

[@emead528]

Rude

[@Nothingbutlovehere369]

Most of us don’t want him. It’s our faulty electoral system. It’s been corrupted by Republicans through gerrymandering. Our Supreme Court has been corrupted by Republicans. The Electoral College is also the problem. So rude.

[@pippahgetchell7757]

This was excellent. The host is superb.

[@ParkAvenue34]

Totally respect Neal Katyal and I'm so enamored with Preet Bharara

[@DrNancyLivingCoCreatively]

I'd like to hear about Fischer before SCOTUS now that would free seditionists. Excellent. Thanks to all.

[@violabeth]

What about the DC civil case by the families and victims of J6 capital police.

[@katsong3302]

it’s been given the green light. heard next date for it is 26 April

[@coraleahs]

Commonly referred to as the KKK Case... since it is based in an old KKK law.

[@dianeschroeder5882]

Excellent! Thank you!

[@JacksMomPat]

Excellent panel and commentary! Thank you!

[@RussellRoesner]

The gag order prevents him only to threaten Witnesses, Jurors, Judge, Court Staff, and Everyone’s Families. Ps: it’s illegal to yell “fire!” in a movie theater for everyone. Not everything is free speech.

[@marilensidri4271]

To avoid future illegal retention of classified documents, there should be a logbook of receipt and return of said documents. Why didn’t they have such a simple method of tracking classified documents?

[@doc0815martens]

Great conversation. 😊

[@dmann1115]

Laura Coates would be a real firecracker on the Supreme Court!

[@passerineblue]

You have to be kidding. She is a talking head on CNN, that's all.

[@susanlanfre768]

Excellent discussion Thank you

[@Sjb2077]

At last an intelligent informed opinion from this esteemed team. Thank you to all the participants. Isn’t it rather ironic that the last comment made was the most insightful. Opinion would change should the trial be made public. That begs the question why isn’t it. After all the American public are the jurors eventually at the ballot box. So all should hear the evidence so as to make an informed choice at the ballot box.

[@coraleahs]

New York State Law does not allow cameras in the court room...

[@Ana84262]

I am speechless, wonderful interview ❤thanks

[@RussellRoesner]

Judge must warn Trump he will be jailed for 24 hours on 1st Gag order offense. Then 48, 96, then 192 hours and so on. 1 first time. 2 nights 2nd time, and tacking in more time each time he offends. Trump spends hours each day washing and applying his make up. Doing that in jail will embarrass him so much he will finally comply with the Gag order.

[@marierose6792]

Trump is pushing to be incarcerated. He will be the biggest victim and it may push his followers to do what he wants, as he has been dog whistling for them to do, which is to take up arms. He can also sleep, as he is an old man. Also, it gives him the clear road to appeal, creating a whole new distraction. I believe that this is why, these very smart judges are reluctant. Having taught 6 year olds, whatever consequence you give an unafraid child, they will create more chaos, within the situation of the punishment. ie start destroying the detention room. He seems to be immune to embarrassment. Like a six year old, he needed to have Mitch MacConnell to send him home. Trump's own mother sent him away.

[@danielwnorowski2553]

Superb overview and critique

[@user-ds1ts7xl1p]

Absolutely fantastic show. Thank you all 💙💙💙💙👍👍👍👍💙💙💙💙

[@sandicianciulli3463]

Great discussion!

[@7scientist]

I was glad to see Johnson come through with funds for Ukraine--maybe the first step in reconstructing the Republican Party.

[@jannichi6431]

Only AFTER visiting Mar A Lago. Hmmm has the Con family figured out foreign laundry service too? Just a theory why it was okay. Don't trust Speaker Johnson given his last job of 8 years PAC deemed a possible Hate group by NAACP.