

Virginia Berger
Former active-duty U.S. Marine Corps officer and senior defense policy analyst at the Project On Government Oversight (POGO), providing expert analysis on military justice and related legal issues.
Best podcasts with Virginia Berger
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Mar 1, 2026 • 1h 9min
Best Work Day Ever (feat. Virginia Burger)
Virginia Berger, a former U.S. Marine officer and senior defense policy analyst at POGO, joins to break down military justice and legal processes. She explains the duty to refuse unlawful orders and why the DOJ pursued criminal probes for lawmakers. They unpack Judge Leon’s injunction on Senator Mark Kelly’s rank, Judge Cannon’s sealed report decision, and how courts are straining under high-profile investigations.

Nov 30, 2025 • 1h 4min
Unlawful Orders (feat. Virginia Burger of POGO.org)
Virginia Berger, a former Marine Corps officer and senior analyst at POGO.org, explores the power and responsibility within the military regarding unlawful orders. She explains the enlistment oath and the Nuremberg principle that compels service members to disobey illegal commands. They discuss the importance of recognizing unlawful orders, challenges of court martials, and the complexities of military law, including recent controversial dismissals involving high-profile figures. Berger also highlights POGO's mission for government oversight and accountability.


