Joe Tacopina | Defense Attorney Breaks Down Trump Administration's Legal Battle Against Sanctuary Cities
Oct 16, 2026 · 15m
Summary
Sid and Joe Tacopini discuss the Columbus Day Parade, criticizing Mayor Mamdani’s absence while praising Leticia James and Governor Hochul’s attendance. They analyze the fallout from the Cornell incident and the recent ruling on NYC sanctuary laws, arguing for federal-local cooperation on immigration. The conversation shifts to the Lindsey Clancy trial, the White House press secretary’s gaffe, and the legal distinction between law school graduates and licensed attorneys.
Topics discussed
Sponsors: Usama Siddiqui and Just Another Day in CA
Columbus Day parade and Mayor Mamdani's absence
Criticism of politicians at the parade and Leticia James
Leticia James's stance on the Cornell incident
Praise for Bruce Blakeman and NYC safety concerns
Economic damage from Amazon and Ken Griffin leaving
Sanctuary city laws and federal immigration enforcement
Lindsey Clancy trial and the juror's media presence
Critique of new White House press secretary Liz Pappo
JFK Jr. failing the bar exam and legal distinctions
Liz Pappo's China bar exam claim and Trump's reaction
Kimberly Guilfoyle's legal issues and access to power
Show outro and final sponsor reads
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