Trump’s Ballroom Blitz
Summary
David French hosts Sarah Isger on Advisory Opinions, discussing a D.C. Circuit ruling blocking a White House ballroom due to congressional authority and standing issues. They analyze a pending Supreme Court case involving religious liberty and zoning ripeness, noting the unusual lineup of amici against Judge Sutton. The episode also covers polling data revealing partisan divides in Supreme Court approval and perceptions of its rulings regarding President Trump.
Topics discussed
Intro: Role reversal and Sarah's moving struggles
Overview: Supreme Court, polling, and reality TV litigation
White House Ballroom: Standing, Property Clause, and political questions
Religious Liberty: Zoning, minyan, and chilling effect doctrine
Supreme Court Polling: Approval ratings and partisan perceptions
Reality TV Litigation: Privacy, revenge porn, and First Amendment
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