Watching the Watchers with Robert Gouveia Esq.

Biden had a town hall last night and touched on some criminal justice issues – we review. NBC and others paid BIG money for Capitol Hill Riot footage. Two rulings from Federal Courts on qualified immunity and police union disclosure requirements. And more! Join criminal defense lawyer Robert F. Gruler to discuss the latest legal, political and criminal news, including: • Biden held a town hall las...

Jam-packed show today (look at all those bullet points below)! Nancy Pelosi moves for an independent commission to investigate the Capitol Hill Riots and now every Congressperson wants to investigate everything. Now that the second failed impeachment is over, Trump must turn his gaze to a new civil lawsuit from a House Congressperson. Did John Weaver of the Lincoln Project commit a federal crime i...

NOTE: SPECIAL GUEST INTRODUCTION - SHOW STARTS AT 8 MINUTES FOR THOSE WHO WANT TO SKIP AHEAD (BUT DON'T!) A lot happening over the long and love-filled weekend: Biden unveils new gun control wishes on third anniversary of Parkland shooting. Minneapolis City Council defunds the police and then refunds the police. LAPD under investigation for sending inappropriate George Floyd memes and comment...

First, reaction to Donald Trump being acquitted again (historical) after a tedious trial. And then: What would a Digital Bill of Rights look like in 2021 and beyond? Join criminal defense lawyer Robert F. Gruler to discuss new ideas in our second brainstorming session: • CNN shows Trump acquitted again! • Seven Republicans voted to convict the Former President – who were they? • Mitch McConnell hi...

Trump’s impeachment defense team presents their case and finishes early to take questions from the rest of the class. We review their performance and call out the good and the bad. In a late-night Supreme Court decision, we learn more about the Court’s newest Judge Amy Coney Barrett and her inclinations on the death penalty. Kyle Rittenhouse had his bail hearing yesterday and we discuss what happe...

Democrats finish their case-in-chief in the Senate in the Trump Impeachment proceedings. How did they do? We highlight the good and the bad. More questions arise from the death of Capitol Hill Police Officer Brian Sicknick and we review the status of the investigation. Derek Chauvin (the officer who killed George Floyd) sees new lawyers join his case and the government files a slew of motions in l...

In the second day of impeachment, Democrats continue to make their case. New criminal investigation underway in Georgia over the Trump / Raffensberger phone call – we analyze the statutes. Lin Wood files affidavit under oath in Federal Court and continues to promise he has the evidence to prove his claims. And more! Join criminal defense lawyer Robert F. Gruler to discuss the latest non-controvers...

Impeachment Day 1 is a snoozefest. What happened? We review the rules for the rest of the impeachment proceedings and have clips from the Democrats and Trump’s defense lawyer. In a new scandal, Phoenix Police find themselves under investigation for passing around “Challenge Coins” – we share the story. Ghislaine Maxwell loses another attempt to keep her 2016 depositions sealed. And more! Join crim...

Are you ready for #ImpeachmentParty week? While many were distracted with a sporting event, others were preparing for the real spectacle of the year: the Second Impeachment of Donald Trump, which starts this week! On today’s show, we review Trump’s final trial memorandum submitted to the Senate. Political prognosticators and U.S. Senators weigh in with their thoughts on the upcoming events. What w...

What would a Digital Bill of Rights look like in 2021 and beyond? Join criminal defense lawyer Robert F. Gruler for a discussion on the new civil liberties digital landscape. • Main goals of a Digital Bill of Rights • Influences from the original Bill of Rights and a brief overview on the U.S. Bill of Rights Amendments 1 through 10 • Defining Big “I” Internet • The Internet is the new public squar...

Time Magazine reveals new information about a secret 2020 election Shadow Campaign that was operating to the benefit President Asterisk Joe Biden. Drug Dealer Advisor McKinsey settles opioid crisis lawsuits with State Attorneys General. Another police officer tragedy after Deputy Clyde Kerr III dies by suicide. And more! Join criminal defense lawyer Robert F. Gruler to discuss the latest non-contr...

Although the 2020 election is long over, and Joe Biden and Kamala Harris are seated comfortably and legitimately in the White House, lawsuits continue to fly around the country. Smartmatic unloads a massive complaint on Fox News. Marc Elias, a democratic power attorney, is challenging an election in New York. Kyle Rittenhouse went missing (but is found). Democrats want Trump to testify and he resp...

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House Democratic Impeachment managers submit memorandum in support of impeachment proceedings. Donald Trump’s new lawyers draft an immediate response. AOC weighs in and sheds new light on what happened in the Capitol Hill Riots. And more! Join criminal defense lawyer Robert F. Gruler to discuss the latest legal, political and criminal news, including: • A review of the Article of Impeachment Scope...

The Rochester police, already made infamous in the death of Daniel Prude are at it again, this time with a 9-year old girl. Donald Trump loses impeachment defense lawyers and gains others. Steven Crowder to sue Facebook over social media limitations. And more! Join criminal defense lawyer Robert F. Gruler to discuss the latest legal, political and criminal news, including: • Press Secretary Jenn P...

Robinhood CEO under pressure as two new lawsuits related to Gamestop Stonks (stocks) are filed amidst continuing market volatility. We review trading laws – is there any potential criminal exposure for retail investors in light of the Wall Street Crackdown and new Justice Department? Former FBI lawyer Kevin Clinesmith gets a sweetheart plea deal and is sentenced to probation after manipulating ema...

Gamestop stocks continue to agitate Wall Street. New York Attorney General releases damning report against Governor Andrew Cuomo. Ken Paxton wins preliminary injunction against Biden Administration in Texas. And more! Join criminal defense lawyer Robert F. Gruler to discuss the latest criminal, political and legal news, including: • Gamestop stock surge leads to stock trading companies halting tra...

Department of Justice files criminal complaint against conservative social media influencer Ricky Vaughn for election memes. Ghislaine Maxwell does not want white people on her jury panel. Bad cops want to talk about George Floyd’s criminal priors but are denied. Biden administration makes some moves in the justice department. And more! Join criminal defense lawyer Robert F. Gruler to discuss the...

Brandon Straka, founder of the Walk Away movement, is arrested for involvement in the Capitol Hill Protests. Senator Ted Cruz introduces joint resolution for term limits in Congress. The #impeachmentparty continues as Democrats move forward with impeachment and Trump responds. Bad Popo in Texas, Bad Mayor in Portland. And more! Join criminal defense lawyer Robert F. Gruler to discuss the latest cr...

Release condition updates on Kyle Rittenhouse. Daniel Cameron facing impeachment for his role in Breonna Taylor’s case. Rudy Giuliani sued by Dominion over election claims. Arizona legislator introduces Bill to treat abortion like murder. And more! Join criminal defense lawyer Robert F. Gruler to discuss the latest criminal, political and legal news, including: • Kyle Rittenhouse receives new rele...

The truth comes out as the Biden Administration’s Unmasking continues. Washington Post busted after attempt to sweep Kamala’s bad joke (?) under the rug. National Guard Troops thrown into the cold after Democrats use for them expires. New Secretary of Defense confirmed, we learn more. Military confirms warrantless use of U.S. Citizen cell phone data. Chuck Schumer details next steps in Trump impea...

More reaction to yesterday’s Presidential Installation / Inauguration. We meet new additions to the Executive Branch. New Executive Orders fly, impacting some of our closest allies. WHO issues new guidance on COVID-19 counting. Twitter is sued for distributing child pornography. Nancy Pelosi updates on Impeachment proceedings. Sherriff and Prosecutor get heated over criminal justice issues in Cali...

Trump leaves the White House and Joe moves in. Final acts of business as Trump departs. Joe and Kamala sworn in at virtual inauguration event, and more! Join criminal defense lawyer Robert F. Gruler to discuss the latest criminal, political and legal news, including: • Trump revokes Executive Order 13770 which banned executive branch appointees from working as lobbyists • Before leaving, Trump lef...

Trump bids the country farewell on his last full day in office. Washington leaders offer last minute warnings to Trump on his way out. Alleged leader of the Oath Keepers arrested – we review the federal criminal complaint. D.C. still under military occupation as Biden’s inauguration is scheduled for tomorrow, and more! Join criminal defense lawyer Robert F. Gruler to discuss the latest criminal, p...

Big week in D.C. as the government prepares for the Biden Inauguration. President Donald Trump finishes his term planning for pardons and his impeachment defense. New arrests made in the Capitol Hill Riots, and more! Join criminal defense lawyer Robert F. Gruler to discuss the latest criminal, political and legal news, including: • Washington D.C. is on lockdown in anticipation of a busy week - we...