The Illegal News with Sarah Longwell S2 Ep132: Trump’s DOJ Lost to a Hoagie (w/ Sam Stein & Steve Vladeck)
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Nov 10, 2025 
Steve Vladeck, a law professor and Supreme Court expert, joins to dissect legal absurdities surrounding a hoagie-tossing acquittal and the dubious Comey indictment. They explore how jury instructions shaped the sandwich verdict and why the Comey case seems doomed to fail. Transitioning to Trump's tariffs, Vladeck explains critical Supreme Court arguments and the implications of delegation power. He reveals justices' skepticism over the administration's claims and predicts a decision that could reshape tariff laws, hinting at significant consequences for U.S. businesses.
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Multiple Ways The Comey Case Could Collapse
- The Comey indictment faces multiple procedural flaws including questionable appointment authority and messy grand-jury work.
- Conway predicts dismissal on jurisdiction, appointment, or evidentiary grounds before trial.
Appointment And Statute Problems Threaten Indictment
- Lindsay Halligan's appointment and grand-jury handling appear legally vulnerable and may invalidate the indictment.
- If invalid, statute of limitations problems could prevent reindictment.
Handle Grand Juries And Appointments Carefully
- Preserve and produce full grand-jury transcripts when challenged to avoid fruit-of-the-poisonous-tree claims.
- Prosecutors should ensure clear indicting evidence and correct statutory appointments before filing high-profile charges.