280: The Red Queen’s Revenge

280: The Red Queen’s Revenge

Author: Politicon February 21, 2026 Duration: 1:09:00

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Jill Wine-Banks hosts #SistersInLaw to analyze the SCOTUS ruling shutting down Trump’s tariffs, explain the major questions doctrine underpinning part of the decision, why the court split the way it did, and how the ruling will affect future decisions.  Then, the #Sisters discuss CBS's refusal to air Stephen Colbert’s interview with Texas Senate candidate James Talarico under the equal time rule, the history of the fairness doctrine, the behavior of Trump’s FCC, and the political forces shaping free speech.  They also cover the arrest of Prince Andrew, the difference in accountability in the U.K., reactions from the Royal Family, and the epidemic of powerful figures evading justice.

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Four women who have been at the very center of American legal and political power come together for frank, insightful, and often surprising conversations. #SistersInLaw, from Politicon, features Joyce Vance, Barbara McQuade, Kimberly Atkins Stohr, and Jill Wine-Banks-each a former federal prosecutor or top legal analyst-as they dissect the week’s most pressing news. This podcast goes beyond the headlines, offering a unique blend of legal expertise, historical context, and sharp commentary that only insiders with their depth of experience can provide. Listeners hear these sisters in law break down complex court rulings, political maneuvers, and constitutional questions with clarity and a shared sense of purpose. Their dynamic discussions cut through the noise, revealing the underlying mechanisms of justice and governance. It’s a masterclass in understanding how the law truly intersects with politics and daily life, delivered with the candor and rapport of trusted colleagues. For anyone seeking to comprehend the real stakes behind today’s stories, this is an essential listen.
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