Public Disclosure of Privates Facts
Summary
Hosts Ken White and Josh Barrow analyze the White House’s ban on CNN, MS Now, and Politico, noting Judge Timothy Kelly’s temporary restraining order based on due process violations. They also discuss the legal challenges to Trump’s proposed "triumphal arch" and the dismissal of his lawsuit against pollster Anne Selzer, which included extreme arguments against First Amendment protections in private disputes. The episode concludes with a ProPublica report alleging a quid pro quo scheme involving Senator Susan Collins and a convicted felon.
Topics discussed
Trump bans CNN, MS Now, Politico; outlets sue
Judge Timothy Kelly issues temporary restraining order
Due process vs. First Amendment grounds for TRO
National security claims and viewpoint discrimination
Appealability of TROs and next legal steps
Trump's social media comments on the judge
Media industry pressure and antitrust arguments
Erosion of national security deference in courts
Litigation over Trump's proposed triumphal arch
Dismissal of Trump's lawsuit against Anne Selzer
ProPublica report on Susan Collins and Martin Cow
Preview of upcoming paid episode topics
Listen ad-free on Castria