OA394: The Amicus Show!

<p><!-- wp:paragraph --></p> <p>Today's episode takes an in-depth look at the concept of an <em>amicu</em>s brief, explaining why we filed one in the Flynn case, what it means, and what's next for the guy who sold out his country... and his partner.</p> <p><!-- /wp:paragraph --></p> <p><!-- wp:paragraph --></p> <p>We begin with a brief update on the Flynn trial (in the District Court for the District of Columbia) and the <em>mandamus</em> action pending in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit.</p> <p><!-- /wp:paragraph --></p> <p><!-- wp:paragraph --></p> <p>Then, it's time to talk about all the various <em>amicus</em> briefs that were filed, with special attention to a pro-Flynn brief filed by the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Why does this liberal group want Judge Sullivan to grant the government's motion? Listen and find out!</p> <p><!-- /wp:paragraph --></p> <p><!-- wp:paragraph --></p> <p>After a breakdown of all the <em>amicus</em>, we talk about the case in which Lt. Gen. Flynn was supposed to be the star witness for the government -- the case against Flynn's partner, Bijan Rafiekian. Find out what's up next for Kian, and how this all involves friend of the show <strong>G. ZACHARY TERWILLIGER</strong>!</p> <p><!-- /wp:paragraph --></p> <p><!-- wp:paragraph --></p> <p>After all that, it's time for a brand-new #T3BE, this one involving... real property. Can Thomas manage to figure out the relationship between a buyer, a mortgagor, a developer, and an unsigned deed? Listen and find out, and play along if you want on social media!</p> <p><!-- /wp:paragraph --></p> <p><!-- wp:paragraph --></p> <p><strong>Patreon Bonuses</strong></p> <p><!-- /wp:paragraph --></p> <p><!-- wp:paragraph --></p> <p>We posted six separate updates to the amicus brief in progress, and there's more where that came from!</p> <p><!-- /wp:paragraph --></p> <p><!-- wp:paragraph --></p> <p><strong>Appearances</strong></p> <p><!-- /wp:paragraph --></p> <p><!-- wp:paragraph --></p> <p>Andrew was just on the latest