8 chapters across the catalog
White House Ballroom, Military Bunker Construction
A federal court issued a stop-work order on President Trump's $400 million White House ballroom project, citing a lack of congressional approval. The project, which involved the controversial destruction of the East Wing, reportedly includes a massive underground military complex. While the administration has appealed the ruling, construction continues on "safety" related aspects of the site.
Transgender Military Ban, Supreme Court and Ninth Circuit
The U.S. Supreme Court issued an unsigned order allowing the Trump administration to proceed with its ban on transgender individuals serving in the military while litigation continues. The policy specifically targets individuals with a diagnosis of gender dysphoria. The case now returns to the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals, with legal analysts predicting the administration will ultimately prevail.
Bowe Bergdahl Sentencing, Navy SEAL Testimony, Desertion Trial
The military trial of Bowe Bergdahl featured emotional testimony from a retired Navy SEAL who was injured during a rescue mission. Bergdahl's defense team is using President Trump's past "traitor" comments to argue for a mistrial. The hosts reiterate their long-standing claim that Bergdahl was a deserter rather than a prisoner of war.
Due Process, Military Courts and Battlefield USA
The hosts analyze Panetta's claims regarding due process for "citizen terrorists," noting that such individuals would be tried in military rather than civilian courts. They discuss the "Expatriation Act" and the legal definition of the United States as a "battlefield" in the war on terror.
Military Courts-Martial Changes and Child Pornography Statutes
The President has updated the Manual for Courts-Martial, specifically expanding Article 134 to include detailed statutes on the possession, receipt, and production of child pornography. The hosts express concern that these strict new rules, which carry mandatory sentences, could be used to set up individuals by planting digital evidence. They speculate that these changes might be relevant to the ongoing legal proceedings involving Bradley Manning.
Military Tribunals vs Civilian Courts, Law & Order Plot
The Law & Order discussion continues with a focus on the conflict between military and civilian jurisdictions. The episode depicts the executive branch seizing a prisoner for a military tribunal, a plot point the hosts say mirrors real-world debates regarding the prosecution of terrorists. They note the show's portrayal of civilian courts as more effective at securing convictions.
Pregnancy Bans and Gender Equality in the Military
The U.S. military has reportedly implemented policies that forbid active-duty personnel from becoming pregnant, with the threat of court-martial. The hosts discuss this as a potential consequence of equal rights taken to a "misogynistic extreme" that ignores biological realities.
Supreme Court Guantanamo Bay Ruling, Sovereignty Issues
The U.S. Supreme Court issued a significant ruling regarding the rights of prisoners held at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. The court determined that the government cannot move prisoners offshore to evade the U.S. Constitution. The hosts discuss the legal complexities of maintaining a military base on Cuban territory and the partisan split among the justices regarding the ruling.
