No Lie with Brian Tyler Cohen

Trump's new executive order sends shockwaves

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Sep 28, 2025
Jamie Raskin, a U.S. Congressman and constitutional law scholar, discusses strategies to release the Epstein files amid Republican obstruction. Jon Favreau, a political commentator, shares insights from his public feud with the vice president, emphasizing the importance of fact-checking in political narratives. Adam Klasfeld, an independent legal reporter, details concerns over the indictment of James Comey, highlighting prosecutorial irregularities and the unprecedented nature of Trump-ordered prosecutions. The conversation tackles issues of transparency, accountability, and the need for public engagement.
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INSIGHT

Discharge Petition As A Transparency Tool

  • The House discharge petition can force a floor vote to release Epstein files despite leadership resistance.
  • Jamie Raskin says changing rules or vetoes would expose Republican efforts to hide corruption.
INSIGHT

FCC Pressure Equals Selective Censorship

  • Trump’s FCC pressure on broadcasters represents state censorship masquerading as regulatory oversight.
  • Raskin says the administration selectively defends free speech only for right-wing voices.
ANECDOTE

Favreau's Feud With The Vice President

  • Jon Favreau described being publicly attacked by the vice president over a tweet about ICE coverage.
  • He framed the attack as part of a pattern of officials issuing premature political narratives before facts.
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