Ep 267 — DOJ Loves Nixon
Oct 2, 2026 · 1h 1m
Summary
This episode of Law and Chaos covers the DOJ’s 26th consecutive loss in its effort to seize state voter rolls and a federal judge’s dismissal of charges against Davy Hearn, citing President Trump’s political interference. The hosts also discuss a Ninth Circuit ruling that restored a U.S. Attorney fired by the administration, marking a new legal strategy against the "three hat dance" appointment tactics. Additionally, the show analyzes a DC Circuit oral argument in the JGG case, where judges pressed the government on its failure to comply with a temporary restraining order regarding immigrat…
Topics discussed
Sponsorship and show introduction
Preview of upcoming episodes and topics
Federal courts block DOJ from seizing state voter rolls
Brief discussion on AI terminology
AI video evidence deemed prejudicial in sentencing
Lincoln Memorial vandalism case dismissed with prejudice
Commentary on failed judicial nominations
Sponsorship segments
DOJ moves to exonerate Richard Nixon and Watergate figures
The 'Three Hat Dance' and US Attorney appointment rules
Judicial ethics complaint against DOJ officials
Sponsorship segment
DC Circuit oral argument: Judge Boasberg's plane order
DC Circuit oral argument: Rule 42 and contempt investigation
Predictions for Supreme Court appeal and closing remarks
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