Donald Trump is now the first American president convicted of a crime. The smooth trial process shows that — independent of the outcome — the U.S. justice system can still work, even with a powerful defendant.

But full accountability seems far off. The federal courts, including the Supreme Court, have stalled Trump’s prosecution for trying to overthrow the 2020 election and for misuse of classified documents and obstruction of justice. 

Listen to an expert discussion on how Trump’s defense in the New York business records falsification trial, including Trumps’ accusations of political motivations behind the charges, could serve as a blueprint in his other cases. This discussion shares insights from experts in the field including:

Paul Butler, Albert Brick Professor in Law, Georgetown University Law Center; Legal Analyst, MSNBC

Joyce Vance, Former U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Alabama; Distinguished Professor of the Practice of Law, University of Alabama School of Law; Legal Analyst, MSNBC; Senior Fellow, Brennan Center

Michael Waldman, President and CEO, Brennan Center

Moderator: Lauren-Brooke Eisen, Senior Director, Brennan Center Justice Program

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