Barb McQuade hosts #SistersInLaw to relay the #Sisters’ 2026 predictions on everything from SCOTUS ethics to crypto, political engagement, and even fashion trends.  Then, they revisit the events of J6 and analyze Jack Smith’s recently released testimony, focusing on the evidence, witness testimonies, and the political attempts to silence him.  From there, they dissect the fraud accusations targeting the Somali community in Minnesota and call out the reliance on misinformation and the dangerous precedent of targeting communities rather than individuals.  They also discuss Chief Justice Roberts’ end-of-year statement, upcoming cases, and whether the court is still independent.

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Jill Wine-Banks hosts #SistersInLaw to discuss the SCOTUS ruling blocking Trump from deploying the National Guard to Chicago, the reasoning behind the dissents and concurring opinion, and what the ruling means for similar efforts by the administration in other states.  Then, the #Sisters review the recent Epstein File disclosures, assess their political impact, determine whether the DOJ has complied with the Epstein Files Transparency Act, and explain how best to support survivors.  They also expose the DOJ’s most recent attempt to limit voting rights by purging voter rolls.

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Joyce Vance hosts #SistersInLaw to discuss the ongoing murder investigations into the tragic killings of the Reiners, Australian beachgoers, and Brown University students, focusing on the role of prosecutors, the impact of media, and the dangers of anti-semitism and mental illness.  Then, the #Sisters review Jack Smith’s recent testimony on Trump’s classified documents and election interference cases, the political motivations behind it, and if there will be accountability.  They also examine Wisconsin Judge Hannah Dugan’s felony obstruction conviction for her actions during an attempted ICE arrest, looking at its merits, the potential for appeal, and what it means for judicial independence and immigration policy.

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Barb McQuade hosts #SistersInLaw to celebrate the DOJ’s 3rd consecutive failure to indict NY AG Letitia James, review the law governing mortgages that they are targeting her with, and call out their other recent losses, spanning James Comey to Kilmar Abrego Garcia.  Then, the #Sisters discuss Judge Charles Breyer’s preliminary injunction that will expel the National Guard from Los Angeles and place limits on Trump’s ability to use them as his personal police force.  They also cover the Supreme Court precedent that prevents people with intellectual disabilities from being sentenced to death in criminal cases, explain how intellectual ability is determined, and weigh whether that limit will apply in the case of Atkins v. Virginia when it's decided by the SCOTUS.

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Kimberly Atkins Stohr hosts this week’s episode as the sisters unpack major legal developments—from the dismissal of indictments tied to improper U.S. attorney appointments to the crucial role of exculpatory evidence in grand jury cases. They also preview an upcoming Supreme Court battle over campaign finance, explore election law fights involving the FEC and gerrymandering, and answer listener questions on presidential powers, pardons, and even international law.

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Jill Wine-Banks hosts this week’s episode, discussing the tragic shooting of two National Guardsmen in Washington, D.C., the legal and personal impacts of military service, and the investigation into the Afghan refugee accused in the attack, along with the political reactions that may shape what comes next. The Sisters also dig into community safety, recent indictments involving Comey and James, and the controversies around improperly appointed U.S. attorneys, while unpacking a video from former military members in Congress urging service members to defy orders they deem illegal. They explore the uproar surrounding the video, potential responses from the FBI and Defense Department, the limits of congressional speech protections, and the delicate balance between free expression, political pressure, and understanding what truly counts as an illegal order under military law.

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Joyce Vance hosts #SistersInLaw to discuss the flaws in the prosecution of former FBI Director James Comey, looking at failures within the Justice Department that have led to procedural errors and violations of the 4th Amendment and attorney-client privilege.  Then, the #Sisters break down the passage and effects of the Epstein Files bill, as well as the political motivations behind it.  They also examine the increasing level of military operations against Venezuela on the premise of drug trafficking, why the law should apply, and what constitutes a lawful order to our military.

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Barb McQuade hosts #SistersInLaw to discuss the recent court hearing weighing the disqualification of prosecutor Lindsay Halligan in the pending cases against former FBI Director James Comey and NY AG Letitia James.  Then, the #Sisters examine the corruption within the DOJ, focusing on Todd Blanche’s attack on judges, the resignation of Judge Mark Wolf, and the Epstein files.  They also review Trump’s recent pardons, laying out the case for judicial independence, the role the judiciary plays in checking presidential power, and the need for transparency in government.

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Jill Wine-Banks hosts #SistersInLaw to discuss the merits of the case against the DC sandwich thrower, the relevant jury instructions, the accuracy of the charges, and whether jury nullification played a role in its dismissal.  Then, the #Sisters look at Chicago’s handling of violence and warrantless arrests by ICE agents, the steps the leadership of the city is taking to fight back against federal overreach, and the unethical conditions in local detention centers. They also investigate the ongoing prosecution of former FBI Director Jim Comey, the ethics and facts involved, and what it means for other members of government.

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Kimberly Atkins Stohr hosts #SistersInLaw to analyze the power of the president to impose tariffs, its upcoming review by the SCOTUS after challenges by small businesses and numerous states, and the argument for leaving that power in the domain of Congress.  Then, the #Sisters explain the effects of the government shutdown on SNAP benefits, discuss the suit by 25 states over their suspension, and the role AGs play in pushing back against the Federal Government.  They also look at the growing legal war on same-sex marriages ignited by Texas, and whether those rights are at risk going forward.

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