Episode
Mike Pence Testifies
33:24
Published: Mon May 01 2023
Description
Despite Donald Trump’s objections, Mike Pence testified before the Jan. 6th grand jury for several hours last week. But if you strip away the insurrection and the attempt to overturn the election, did Trump also try to solicit a crime of violence against Pence himself? MSNBC legal analysts Andrew Weissmann and Mary McCord get into that and what it could all mean for Special Counsel Jack Smith’s investigation.
Chapters
Mary McCord discusses Mike Pence's quick testimony before the January 6th grand jury and what impact it could have on Trump.
00:00 - 01:01 (01:01)
Summary
Mary McCord discusses Mike Pence's quick testimony before the January 6th grand jury and what impact it could have on Trump. They also discuss an unusual letter from one of Trump's attorneys to Congress about DOJ control.
EpisodeMike Pence Testifies
PodcastProsecuting Donald Trump
The investigation into January 6th insurrection now extends to fundraising on the basis of false claims, specifically related to election fraud.
01:01 - 07:43 (06:42)
Summary
The investigation into January 6th insurrection now extends to fundraising on the basis of false claims, specifically related to election fraud. This probe might lead to charges against different people involved in the insurrection planning and execution.
EpisodeMike Pence Testifies
PodcastProsecuting Donald Trump
Former President Trump encouraged and persuaded others to undertake the violent crime against his own vice president, Mike Pence, during the insurrection on January 6th, according to law professor Laurence Tribe.
07:44 - 17:04 (09:20)
Summary
Former President Trump encouraged and persuaded others to undertake the violent crime against his own vice president, Mike Pence, during the insurrection on January 6th, according to law professor Laurence Tribe.
EpisodeMike Pence Testifies
PodcastProsecuting Donald Trump
The podcast discusses various legal considerations in high-profile trials, including situations where an attorney fears for the safety of a juror or witness, the use of talking points to influence public opinion, and the distinction between removal and retention of documents.
17:04 - 28:40 (11:36)
Summary
The podcast discusses various legal considerations in high-profile trials, including situations where an attorney fears for the safety of a juror or witness, the use of talking points to influence public opinion, and the distinction between removal and retention of documents.
EpisodeMike Pence Testifies
PodcastProsecuting Donald Trump
The lawyers for both sides of the E. Jean Carroll defamation lawsuit will present their closing arguments this week, with additional witnesses expected to testify for Carroll's case.
28:40 - 33:04 (04:23)
Summary
The lawyers for both sides of the E. Jean Carroll defamation lawsuit will present their closing arguments this week, with additional witnesses expected to testify for Carroll's case. The defense must find a way to make their points concisely amidst the growing evidence against them.