The Daily Beast Podcast This Is How Bondi Can Face Justice On Epstein Lies
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Mar 19, 2026 
Glenn Kirshner, a former U.S. Attorney and career prosecutor who analyzes high-profile legal battles. He breaks down the Supreme Court’s limits and Chief Justice Roberts’ warning. He explores presidential immunity risks, scrutiny of Pam Bondi and Kristi Noem, and how DOJ conflicts and threats to judges shape accountability.
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Supreme Court Rulings Shape Presidential Power
- The Supreme Court's rulings matter far more than Chief Justice Roberts' public rebukes.
- Glenn Kirschner argues the Court's immunity and shadow-docket decisions have materially expanded presidential power and risk undermining constitutional checks.
Bondi's Handling Of Epstein Files Likely Illegal
- Pam Bondi violated the Epstein Files Transparency Act by missing deadlines and withholding roughly half the files.
- Kirschner predicts survivors will sue and a special master may be appointed to enforce proper redactions and disclosures.
Litigate Corrupt Pardons Promptly
- Challenge corruptly delivered pardons in court rather than accepting them as untouchable.
- Kirschner cites Bill Barr's view that pardons used to silence co-conspirators could be crimes worth litigating aggressively.