#SistersInLaw

In this episode of Sisters Sidebar, Kimberly Atkins Stohr and Barbara McQuade take your questions on some of the most pressing issues confronting the country, how our system operates, and ways to take action.  They discuss the Epstein files, the erosion of constitutional and judicial norms, the progression of civil suits in the aftermath of the J6 attack, the rights of legal observers monitoring I...

Kimberly Atkins Stohr hosts #SistersInLaw to dive deeper into the events surrounding the FBI’s seizure of election-related documents in Fulton County, Georgia, by reviewing the merits of the case, highlighting how it imperils election security, and questioning the involvement of Trump and Tulsi Gabbard.  Then, the #Sisters lay out the challenges facing federal prosecutors during the ICE surge in M...

In this episode of Sisters Sidebar, Joyce Vance and Jill Wine-Banks debut the first round of audio questions and cover pressing legal issues raised by listeners.  They discuss the surveillance of protestors by federal agents, the effect of sanctuary policies, and the dangers of normalization amid rising authoritarianism.  Then, they call for increased congressional oversight of Trump and the execu...

Barb McQuade hosts #SistersInLaw to review the FBI search warrant executed at the Fulton County Elections Operations Center in Georgia, the implications for election integrity, odd things about the case, and how it relates to MAGA conspiracy theories surrounding the integrity of the 2020 election.  Then, the #Sisters discuss the civil rights investigation of the Pretti shooting taking place in Min...

In the inaugural episode of Sisters Side Bar, Barb McQuade and Kimberly Atkins Stohr build on the hit #SistersInLaw podcast by interacting with listeners, answering questions, and sharing their experiences.  Together, they explore the paths they took in their legal careers, the 1st Amendment right to protest, differences between State and Federal Prosecutions, the limits on members of the public s...

Jill Wine-Banks hosts #SistersInLaw to put the spotlight on a memo telling ICE agents that they can enter homes without a warrant, explain whether these actions are prohibited by the 4th Amendment, and weigh the legality of the DOJ’s attempt to wield the FACE and KKK Acts against protestors. Then, the #Sisters lay out Trump’s latest attempt to undermine the independence of the Federal Reserve by t...

Joyce Vance hosts #SistersInLaw to explain the Insurrection Act in light of Trump’s threat to invoke it, examining historical precedent, how the act differs from the powers granted under similar laws, the necessary conditions for its use, and ways to peacefully resist.  Then, the #Sisters review the validity of the administration’s announcement of a criminal investigation targeting Fed Chair Jerom...

Kimberly Atkins Stohr hosts #SistersInLaw to mourn the killing of Renée Good by an ICE agent, weigh its legal implications, explain the jurisdictional challenges playing out between the state of Minnesota and the federal government, and share the ways they find hope amid tragedy.  Then, the #Sisters discuss the legality of the Trump administration’s takeover of Venezuela and kidnapping of its Pres...

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 targeti...

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 compli...

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 ca...

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 plac...

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 qu...

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, a...

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...

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 Tru...

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 federa...

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...

Barb McQuade hosts #SistersInLaw to break down the historical context of deploying the National Guard, the potential for judicial review to restrain the administration, how the 1st and 10th Amendments apply to their use on our streets, and what it means when these decisions become federalized. Then, the #Sisters castigate Trump’s harvesting of $230 million of our money, how the Federal Tort Claims...

Kimberly Atkins Stohr hosts #SistersInLaw to revisit the impact of Louisiana v. Callais on the Voting Rights Act, and explore what it means for the ongoing racial disparities in our elections and the future of our civil rights.  Then, the #Sisters review John Bolton’s indictment by weighing whether the manner in which he handled national security documents is worthy of prosecution in light of prec...

Joyce Vance hosts #SistersInLaw to analyze the merits of the indictment against NY Attorney General Letitia James by examining the challenges of proving mortgage fraud, while skewering Trump’s weaponization of the DOJ under a complicit Pam Bondi..  Then, they dive into the legality of National Guard deployments in our cities, explain what the letter of the law means in 10 USC 12406, and lay out th...

Jill Wine-Banks hosts #SistersInLaw to preview the upcoming SCOTUS term and the cases that will define our future, spanning LGBTQ+ rights, campaign finance, and excessive executive power at a time when the justices have a critical impact on law and policy.  Then, the #Sisters castigate the Trump administration for making government agencies political by sending ICE into our communities, considerin...

Kimberly Atkins Stohr hosts #SistersInLaw to lay out the insanity of the indictment of former FBI Director James Comey, decry the politics of revenge, and look at whether the claims have any merit.  Then, the #Sisters explain what ‘AntiFa’ refers to, and why the term has become such a flash point in the age of democratic decline and help us understand the historical framework of domestic terrorism...

Barb McQuade hosts #SistersInLaw to examine the recent suspension of Jimmy Kimmel, discuss why it happened, and break down the implications it has for our rights.  Then, the #Sisters analyze what constitutes hate speech under the 1st Amendment and why our laws are the way they are.  They also explain why we have a death penalty, outline what constitutes obstruction of justice, and call out the fir...

Joyce Vance hosts #SistersInLaw to reflect on the murder of Charlie Kirk, the escalation of political violence, and the legal issues involved– from free speech to gun control.  The #Sisters also look at the role of the FBI in investigations like this, and call for unity and to bridge the divides driving us apart from our fellow Americans.  Then, they call out the SCOTUS ruling in favor of racial p...