Episode
The First Indictment
21:56
Published: Fri Mar 31 2023
Description
A Manhattan grand jury has voted to indict Donald Trump – setting a new precedent for holding American leaders accountable. But how does a prosecutor like Alvin Bragg actually convince a jury to convict a former president? MSNBC legal analysts Andrew Weissmann and Mary McCord tell us how prosecutors think about building a case against a former president.
Chapters
MSNBC legal analysts Andrew Weisman and Mary McCourt provide insights on the Manhattan grand jury's decision to indict former President Donald Trump based on their years of experience building complex criminal cases in the U.S.
00:00 - 01:08 (01:08)
Summary
MSNBC legal analysts Andrew Weisman and Mary McCourt provide insights on the Manhattan grand jury's decision to indict former President Donald Trump based on their years of experience building complex criminal cases in the U.S.
EpisodeThe First Indictment
PodcastProsecuting Donald Trump
Criminal cases are based on a factual scenario that violates laws, and legal issues get resolved by a court in advance of a trial.
01:08 - 08:02 (06:53)
Summary
Criminal cases are based on a factual scenario that violates laws, and legal issues get resolved by a court in advance of a trial. Legal proceedings can take time, and the defense can't get an entire criminal case thrown out on legal grounds by a judge unless the factual events are incorrect.
EpisodeThe First Indictment
PodcastProsecuting Donald Trump
The Roger Stone indictment may have a lower burden of proof compared to others in the Mueller investigation, but it is still an important case that goes to the heart of the attacks on US democracy.
08:02 - 15:18 (07:15)
Summary
The Roger Stone indictment may have a lower burden of proof compared to others in the Mueller investigation, but it is still an important case that goes to the heart of the attacks on US democracy.
EpisodeThe First Indictment
PodcastProsecuting Donald Trump
Prosecutors may see defense counsel presentations in the Mar-a-Lago case, similar to what was seen in the Manhattan case, although Trump's nature of being a difficult client must be taken into account.
15:18 - 20:33 (05:15)
Summary
Prosecutors may see defense counsel presentations in the Mar-a-Lago case, similar to what was seen in the Manhattan case, although Trump's nature of being a difficult client must be taken into account. While it is rare, defense counsel presentations can be given if there are no concerns about the accused running away.
EpisodeThe First Indictment
PodcastProsecuting Donald Trump
Former federal prosecutors Andrew Weissman and Mary McCord discuss the significance of the reported meeting between the acting attorney general and President Trump’s lawyers, emphasizing the importance of allowing individuals to present their arguments in the legal process.
20:33 - 21:39 (01:06)
Summary
Former federal prosecutors Andrew Weissman and Mary McCord discuss the significance of the reported meeting between the acting attorney general and President Trump’s lawyers, emphasizing the importance of allowing individuals to present their arguments in the legal process.