In this episode of UnJustified, Allison Gill and Andy McCabe dissect recent legal and political developments, focusing on the Trump administration's actions and their implications for due process and justice. They analyze a Fifth Circuit judge's discontent over a Supreme Court remand regarding the Alien Enemies Act, examine evidence of political interference in intelligence assessments concerning Venezuela and the Tren de Aragua gang, and scrutinize the administration's handling of the Abrego Garcia deportation case, including allegations of misrepresentation and obstruction. The hosts also discuss the Justice Department's shift in priorities, diminishing civil rights oversight and altering grant programs for local police. Finally, they address listener questions about potential harassment of Jack Smith and Merrick Garland, and the complexities of challenging unconstitutional actions through litigation, emphasizing the importance of upholding due process despite frustrations with the legal system's pace.
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