Digest

Joyce Vance and Preet Bharara delve into the complexities of the Supreme Court's recent immunity decision, particularly its potential impact on the Trump trial in Manhattan. They analyze the nuances of the decision, focusing on the definition of "official acts" and how it might affect the admissibility of evidence. They highlight the potential for a retrial with restricted evidence, drawing parallels to previous cases where the Supreme Court narrowed the scope of official conduct. The discussion also touches upon the procedural aspects of the Trump sentencing, including the adjournment to September and the potential for further delays pending appeal. The episode concludes with a preview of Pivot's new special series on the future of travel, sponsored by Virgin Atlantic.

Outlines

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Introduction and Overview

This Chapter introduces the podcast hosts, Joyce Vance and Preet Bharara, and sets the stage for the discussion on the Supreme Court's immunity decision and its implications for the Trump trial in Manhattan.

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Analyzing the Supreme Court's Immunity Decision

This Chapter delves into the Supreme Court's immunity decision, focusing on its potential impact on the Trump trial in Manhattan. The hosts discuss the definition of "official acts" and how it might affect the admissibility of evidence. They explore the potential for a retrial with restricted evidence and draw parallels to previous cases where the Supreme Court narrowed the scope of official conduct.

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Procedural Aspects of Trump's Sentencing

This Chapter examines the procedural aspects of Trump's sentencing, including the adjournment to September and the potential for further delays pending appeal. The hosts discuss the judge's decision to entertain arguments based on the new Supreme Court precedent and the potential for a record to be made for appellate review.

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Preview of Pivot's New Special Series on the Future of Travel

This Chapter previews Pivot's new special series on the future of travel, sponsored by Virgin Atlantic. The hosts highlight the importance of discussing the future of transportation in light of climate change and other factors.

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Q&A

• What is the main focus of the Supreme Court's immunity decision and how might it affect the Trump trial in Manhattan?

  The Supreme Court's immunity decision centers around the definition of "official acts" and how it might affect the admissibility of evidence in corruption cases. The decision could potentially limit the evidence that prosecutors can use in the Trump trial, potentially leading to a retrial with restricted evidence.

• What are some of the key arguments that the Trump team might make in their appeal of the Manhattan verdict?

  The Trump team might argue that the acts in question in the Manhattan case were "official acts" and therefore fall under the Supreme Court's immunity decision. They might also argue that the admission of evidence related to "official acts" tainted the jury's verdict.

• How does the Supreme Court's immunity decision relate to previous cases involving public corruption?

  The Supreme Court has a history of narrowing the scope of "official conduct" that can be prosecuted in public corruption cases. The current decision is part of this trend, and the hosts draw parallels to previous cases where the court limited the definition of "official acts."

• What are the procedural implications of the adjournment of Trump's sentencing?

  The adjournment of Trump's sentencing allows the parties to brief the impact of the Supreme Court's immunity decision on the case. It also provides the judge an opportunity to make findings of fact that could be helpful for appellate review.

• What are some of the potential outcomes of the Trump sentencing and appeal?

  The sentencing could be delayed indefinitely pending the appeal. Even if the judge rules against Trump, the sentence might be paused until the appeal is concluded. The appeal itself could lead to a retrial with restricted evidence or a reversal of the conviction.

• What is the significance of Pivot's new special series on the future of travel?

  The series highlights the importance of discussing the future of transportation in light of technological advancements and environmental concerns. It explores innovations such as electric planes, hyperloop trains, and self-driving cars, and their potential impact on the way we travel.

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