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In this special episode of the  CAFE Insider  podcast, "Water Under the Bridgegate," Preet and Anne break down the politically-charged legal news making the headlines, including: The fallout from Attorney General Bill Barr’s decision to dismiss the DOJ’s case against Michael Flynn — and whether Flynn’s supporters have reason to be upset with the FBI’s handling of his investigation. ...

In this special episode of the CAFE Insider podcast, "Barr Spins, Flynn Wins," Preet and Anne dissect the Justice Department’s rationale for moving to dismiss the case against former National Security Adviser Michael Flynn and the implications of this move on the rule of law. We hope you’re enjoying CAFE Insider. Email us at letters@cafe.com with your suggestions and questions for Preet and Anne.&...

A weekly Note from Elie is part of the CAFE Brief, and Insider members can listen to a recording of the note the same day. Please enjoy Elie reading this week's note, "A DOJ Bailout For Michael Flynn," and read his note in your inbox every Friday. 

CAFE Insiders can enjoy this recording of Preet reading his note, “56 Days Later, A Creeping Sense of Squandered Time,” and read his note in the CAFE Insider Newsletter every Thursday.

In this bonus from  Stay Tuned , Sam Harris talks about the plusses and pitfalls of interior monologues. Thank you for being a member of the CAFE Insider community.

In this episode of CAFE Insider , “The Return of Flynn & McGahn," Preet and Anne break down the the politically-charged legal issues making the headlines, including: Whether the recently unsealed documents in the ongoing case involving former National Security Adviser Michael Flynn show that he was entrapped and otherwise mistreated by the FBI, as argued by his supporters. Whether the fight be...

In this bonus material from the special national security focused episode, “The New Threat Matrix,” co-hosts Lisa Monaco and Ken Wainstein discuss the latest news on FISA and the historical context that helps us make sense of the recent Inspector General reports. They also share their views on the recent firing of Intelligence Community Inspector General Michael Atkinson and what that means for U....

CAFE Insiders can enjoy this recording of Preet reading his note, "We Are One Country, One People, But McConnell Begs to Differ" and read his note in the CAFE Insider Newsletter every Thursday.

A weekly Note from Elie is part of the CAFE Brief, and Insider members can listen to a recording of the note the same day. Please enjoy Elie reading this week's note, "The “5:00 p.m. Coronavirus Task Force Briefing” Misnomer," and read his note in your inbox every Friday. 

In this bonus from  Stay Tuned , Steve Vladeck discusses the Trump administration's use of American "soft power" and the online fame of his pug, Roxanna Thank you for being a member of the CAFE Insider community.  REFRENCES AND SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIAL Julian E. Barnes, “U.S. May Share Less Intelligence With Countries That Criminalize Homosexuality,” New York Times , 4/22/2020 Roxanna the P...

In this episode of CAFE Insider , “Legal Gambits,” Preet and Anne break down politically-charged legal issues and developments, including: The President’s executive order on immigration and the rationale for it.  The removal of Dr. Rick Bright from his post as director of the Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority (BARDA) and his allegation that he was replaced because of his...

Please enjoy this recording of Preet reading his note, "The Absurd Analogy Championship" and read his note in the CAFE Insider Newsletter every Thursday.

A weekly Note from Elie is part of the CAFE Brief. Please enjoy this recording of Elie reading his note, "“Essential Services” — A Reflection of Who We Are" and read his note in your inbox every Friday. 

In this bonus from Stay Tuned , Michael Waldman discusses his favorite constitutional amendment, what Supreme Court case he’d overturn, and Joe Biden’s oratory abilities.   Thank you for being a member of the CAFE Insider community.  REFERENCES & SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIALS 14th Amendment, National Constitution Center   Buckley v. Valeo , Oyez (1976)

In this episode of CAFE Insider , “Rolling with Pandemic Punches,” Preet and Anne break down politically-charged legal issues and developments, including: — President Trump’s threat to force Congress to adjourn so that he can bypass the Senate confirmation process for judicial nominees, a process known as “recess appointments.” — An update on members of Trump’s inner circle, including Michael Cohe...

A weekly Note from Elie is part of the CAFE Brief. Please enjoy this recording of Elie reading his note, "Bill Barr’s ‘Injustice’ Manual" and read his note in your inbox every Friday. 

Please enjoy this recording of Preet reading his note, "Working Hard To Beat His Personal Worst" and read his note in the CAFE Insider Newsletter every Thursday.

In this bonus from  Stay Tuned , Wes Moore discusses mentorship and how his past professional experiences influence his current work. Then, David Lat recounts his experience after extubation, and whether a president has total authority. Thank you for being a member of the CAFE Insider community. 

In this episode of CAFE Insider , “COVID Aftershocks,” Preet and Anne break down all the latest politically-charged legal issues and developments, including: — The formation of a White House “Council to Re-Open America,” and President Trump’s false assertion that “when somebody is the President, authority is total.” — Concerns about the upcoming November election and the legal and political dynami...

A weekly Note from Elie is part of the CAFE Brief. Please enjoy this recording of Elie reading his note, "A New Low in the Distracted-Nation News Dump" and read his note in your inbox every Friday. 

Please enjoy this recording of Preet reading his note, "The Pandemic — A Story of Injustice and Inequity" and read his note in the CAFE Insider Newsletter every Thursday.

In this bonus from Stay Tuned , Peter Baker discusses “Trump-free zones” at home, what he’s reading, Trump’s insistence on referring to the 1918 flu as the “1917” flu, and the next book he’s working on with his wife, Susan Glasser. Thank you for being a member of the CAFE Insider community.  REFERENCES & SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIALS Curb Your Enthusiasm , HBO   Silicon Valley , HBO The Dur...

In this special episode of CAFE Insider , “The Oversight Wars,” Preet and Anne are joined by Neil Barofsky, who served as the Special Inspector General for TARP, the chief watchdog in charge of policing the 2008 Wall Street bailout. Drawing on Neil’s experience overseeing the last massive government stimulus package, Preet and Anne break down all the latest issues and developments, including: — Th...

A weekly Note from Elie is part of the CAFE Brief. Please enjoy this recording of Elie reading his note, "A Lawyerless World" and read his note in your inbox every Friday. 

In this bonus from  Stay Tuned , Mike Birbiglia talks about the first time he met President Obama, handling hecklers, and his favorite jokes. Thank you for being a member of the CAFE Insider community. REFERENCES & SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIALS JOKES & JOKESTERS “Humor in Hard Times,” New York Times , 9/19/09 Watch : “Jon Stewart on Comedy in Times of Tragedy,” Bill Moyers Journal (2007) “Wh...