Reflections On The First 100 Days And Role Models For These Times - Andrew Weissmann

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As we cross the 100-day mark of the Trump administration’s second term, I wanted to take a moment to reflect on where things stand—both legally and personally.

In this video, I walk through the latest developments in the Abrego Garcia case, including the administration’s reported startling admission that it could bring him back, but simply won’t. I also share a troubling story about a private attorney who appears to have been fired for trying to help an immigrant family—and what that says about the broader climate for lawyers right now and the intimidation at work

This moment is testing all of us. So I also took some time to reflect on the people—public figures and everyday citizens alike—who are showing moral courage and providing the kind of leadership and role-modeling we so badly need. - Andrew Weissmann - 04/30/2025.


00:00 – Intro & Day 101 of Trump’s Second Term
00:25 – Abrego Garcia Case: SCOTUS Order Ignored?
01:40 – Administration’s Possible Face-Saving Strategy
02:55 – Judge Gallagher’s Related Case
03:35 – Clay Jackson and Retaliation for Legal Help
05:00 – Chilling Effect on Due Process and Pro Bono Work
05:45 – Reflections from a Funeral: Role Models in Troubled Times
06:50 – Public Role Models: Zelensky, Navalny, Maddow
08:00 – Legal Heroes Defending Rule of Law
09:00 – Judge Dugan’s Arrest and Paul Clement’s Role
09:45 – Mary McCord, ICAP, and Birthright Citizenship Case
10:40 – Private Courage and Historical Perspective
11:30 – What We Owe to Those Who Inspire Us