Former President Donald Trump’s legal team presented their case today, arguing for his absolute immunity for actions taken during his presidency. However, the argument appeared to lack coherence, with three appeals court judges seemingly catching on to its shortcomings. Trump’s federal election interference trial, initially set to begin on March 4, remains on hold as his attempt to dismiss the entire case based on these grounds progresses through the appeals process. Jeremy Stahl scrutinizes the rationale behind Trump’s claim of political immunity, emphasizing the high stakes involved, suggesting that the outcome of these cases could profoundly impact the future of the United States’ constitutional democracy.
In another development, Dennis Aftergut explores the potential impact of new evidence related to the January 6 events, now in the possession of Special Prosecutor Jack Smith, and how it could prove detrimental to Trump during the trial.
Turning to reproductive rights, Dahlia Lithwick and Mark Joseph Stern reveal the alarming ways in which Republican officials in red states openly blame and insult women who nearly died due to abortion bans, shedding light on the stark choices faced by women in these states.
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Meanwhile, Emily Tamkin delves into the recent hot-pink antisemitism billboards and Instagram posts, examining the organization behind them and its attempt to address a major issue in American Jewish life while also discussing the Anti-Defamation League’s historical stance on anti-Zionism and its implications.
Shifting gears, Sarada Peri analyzes the recent Civil War gaffe by Nikki Haley and the challenges she encounters whenever she discusses race, highlighting the dilemma faced by the potential candidate.
In the realm of sports, Alex Kirshner breaks down how the Michigan Wolverines achieved a national title in college football, diverging from the prevailing trends in the sport.
On the cinematic front, Dana Stevens discusses the international success of the new Godzilla movie, “Godzilla Minus One,” drawing attention to its impact on the box office and the unique blend of giant lizard action and tender character moments.
Lastly, Heather Schwedel explores the triumph of Jeremy Allen White’s new Calvin Klein ad, positioning it as more than just a visually appealing feature.
