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Joe Tacopina | Defense Attorney Calls out Mamdani Over Discriminatory Judicial Advisory Committee

Jul 30, 2026 · 15m

Summary

Sid Rosenberg and guest Joseph Takapina discuss the rejection of John Leventhal’s judicial appointment, alleging anti-Semitism and criticizing the mayor’s excuse regarding Leventhal’s defense of Ghislaine Maxwell. They also condemn the mayor’s planned 9/11 memorial visit due to his associations with figures who made offensive remarks about the attacks. Finally, Takapina explains the legal implications of Anthony Fauci’s Fifth Amendment invocation despite a presidential pardon, noting that state prosecution risks remain.

Topics discussed

Mayor's rejection of Jewish judge Leventhal Takapina on anti-Semitism and defense attorney ethics Mayor's 9/11 visit and ties to controversial figures Legal implications of holding Fauci in contempt Why Fauci can still invoke the Fifth Amendment Perceived double standards in political prosecutions Sign-off and show promotion
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