Stop Ignoring These Warning Signs | Former U.S. Attorney
Donald Trump’s “revenge prosecutions” are threatening the rule of law — and former U.S. Attorney Joyce Vance says our democracy may not survive unless Americans act now. Joyce joins Marc Elias to explain how Donald Trump is weaponizing the Department of Justice to target his political enemies, from prosecutors like Jack Smith to government officials and critics. She breaks down why these actions are a direct attack on democratic institutions, how grand jury secrecy laws are being abused, and the real-world harm these “revenge prosecutions” inflict on innocent people.
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George Conway Hints at Congressional Run: ‘Time to Undo Trump’s Damage’
Never-Trumper and former Republican George Conway joins Marc Elias to unpack why Donald Trump is both an “addled old man” and a dangerous threat to democracy. They also break down Democratic momentum in key elections — and Conway reveals whether he’s considering running for Congress.
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Who Will Save Our Democracy? | Brian Tyler Cohen
Brian Tyler Cohen joins Marc Elias to highlight the Democrats in who are fighting back against Trump’s attacks on democracy, from the battle in Congress over the Epstein files to the frontline legal and political fights of Trump’s second term. This conversation breaks down the leaders, strategies, and momentum driving Democrats forward in 2026 and beyond.
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Did Trump's Epstein Fears Trigger HISTORIC Shutdown?
Donald Trump has repeatedly tried to keep the Epstein files out of the spotlight — but could his fear of their release be influencing far more than we realize? In this episode, Marc Elias breaks down the strange behavior of Rep. Mike Johnson and Congress, what the recently released emails bring to light, and how the political gridlock may have all been a distraction from the Epstein Files.
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What Congress's Top Fighter Sees Coming in 2026 | Rep. Jasmine Crockett
Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett joins Marc Elias to break down the GOP’s chaos in the House, the fight over redistricting in Texas, and what these battles reveal about the road to 2026. From Republican infighting to the next wave of voting rights fights, Crockett shares her unfiltered view of where American democracy is headed.
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Every week, election lawyer Marc Elias interviews lawmakers, policy leaders and changemakers about the problems facing our democracy and how we fix them.