Trump’s Ballroom Blitz
Summary
David French hosts Sarah Isger as they analyze a D.C. Circuit ruling blocking a White House ballroom, debating standing and congressional power. They discuss a pending Supreme Court case involving religious liberty and zoning ripeness, noting the unusual lineup of amicus briefs against Judge Sutton. The episode concludes with an examination of Marquette Law School polling data revealing stark partisan divides in public perception of the Supreme Court’s alignment with President Trump.
Topics discussed
Intro: Role reversal, moving struggles, and episode preview
White House Ballroom: Standing, statutory authority, and separation of powers
Supreme Court emergency docket updates: Ballroom and mail voting
Religious liberty case: Zoning, ripeness, and chilling effects
Marquette Poll: Supreme Court approval and public perception
Privacy vs. First Amendment: Revenge porn and celebrity rights
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