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Amicus: A Law ReviewAnother Whirlwind Week of Legal NewsWelcome to another weekend edition of Amicus: A Law Review with your host Jim Santelle. Dive into the weekend's whirlwind of legal drama with Santelle taking a closer looks as Wisconsin's Supreme Court bolsters gubernatorial rulemaking, striking a blow against conversion therapy bans and redefining legislative power. It has been a busy week in the state when it comes to legal news.
Taking a look beyond Wisconsin, a federal judge in California clamped down on ICE racial profiling, demanding due process for detainees. And in New Hampshire, another judge pushes back against Trump's birthright citizenship order, leveraging...2025-07-121h 27Amicus: A Law ReviewPresidential Powers, Legal Precedents & Privacy RightsThank you for joining us for another weekend edition of Amicus: A Law Review with Jim Santelle. On this edition, the show dives into recent U.S. Supreme Court decisions reshaping the legal landscape. Jim discusses a pivotal ruling that ended national injunctions, limiting federal judges' powers to issue broad orders, and therefore enhancing presidential authority. Controversially, parents can now opt out of LGBTQIA-themed school lessons, raising concerns about educational integrity.
On the more local level this week, the Wisconsin Supreme Court struck down the state's 1849 abortion ban, emphasizing modern legislative intentions. The episode also covers Sean "...2025-07-051h 27Amicus: A Law ReviewThe Final Rulings of the Supreme Court Term (Part 2)The Supreme Court term has come to a close and we have a weekend with a bonus edition of Amicus: A Law Review with Jim Santelle. In this second part of the weekend's program, Jim takes a look at the whirlwind of legal drama as the Supreme Court tackles hot-button issues spanning free speech, religious liberty, and regulation.
Up first from Texas, the Court upholds the state's age verification law for online adult content, sparking the next chapter of debate over First Amendment rights across the nation. Then in a Maryland case, parents win the right to...2025-06-291h 25Amicus: A Law ReviewThe Final Rulings of the Supreme Court Term (Part 1)The Supreme Court term has come to a close and we have a weekend with a bonus edition of Amicus: A Law Review with Jim Santelle. Jim dives into the Supreme Court's momentous ruling in Trump v. Casa, stripping federal courts of the power to issue nationwide injunctions against executive orders, marking a seismic shift in judicial checks on presidential power. Amy Coney Barrett's majority opinion clashes fiercely with dissenters like Ketanji Brown Jackson, sparking fiery exchanges over judicial and executive boundaries.
This episode further dissects the decision's broader implications, including potential patchwork legal landscapes and heightened...2025-06-281h 27Amicus: A Law ReviewWhere States Rights’ Meet Equal ProtectionWelcome to another edition of Amicus: A Law Review with Jim Santelle. It has been a legal whirlwind of a week, and Jim Santelle breaks down a controversial week at the Supreme Court for you across the airwaves. The Justices upheld a Tennessee law banning medical treatments for transgender youth, sparking fierce debate on equal protection and states' rights. Justice Roberts leaned on legislative deference, while Sonia Sotomayor's dissent warned against abandoning judicial review.
Meanwhile, the court also navigated environmental jurisdiction in cases about nuclear waste and refinery exemptions, deciding which courts should tackle these thorny issues...2025-06-211h 27Amicus: A Law ReviewAmicus: Protests And A Tragedy In MinnesotaThere is a jam packed show for you today. As always, your host, Jim Santelle kicks it off with a brief overview of our syllabus and gets right into the updates on what he calls "Injunction Function". Judges are working overtime to stop the orders of the president and uphold the Constitution. He then takes time to review an opinion from N. California Judge Charles Breyer on the National Guard being deployed to The Golden State.
In the second hour; a decision on whether or not proof of citizenship is necessary while voted and the wide swath...2025-06-141h 27Amicus: A Law ReviewA Return to the US and Privacy Concerns at the Social Security AdministrationIn a whirlwind of legal drama, Jim Santelle dissects the explosive return of Kilmar Armando Abrego Garcia, deported without due process but now back under a federal indictment in Tennessee for alien smuggling. Santelle takes it to Attorney General Pam Bondi for her inflammatory rhetoric and neglecting the presumption of innocence, a core tenant of the American legal system.
Meanwhile, the Supreme Court stirs controversy by granting Elon Musk's team at DOGE access to sensitive Social Security data, ignoring privacy concerns raised by organizations. Unanimous rulings also emerge, including a rejection of Mexico's lawsuit against U.S...2025-06-071h 27Amicus: A Law ReviewOf Immigration and EducationGood morning and welcome to another edition of Amicus: A Law Review with Jim Santelle. To begin this episode, Jim dives into the latest legal battles and court rulings shaping American and international landscapes. Jim provides updates with what is changing with the judicial elections in Mexico and then Santelle critiques the Supreme Court's shadow docket decisions, allowing the Trump administration to deport 500,000 immigrants, challenging humanitarian protections.
Kicking off the second hour of the program, Jim highlights Harvard University standing strong against the President’s attempts to block international students, with federal judges siding with academia. The sh...2025-05-311h 27Amicus: A Law ReviewHigh Court Decisions and Memorial Day TributesWelcome to a full syllabus on this weekend's edition of Amicus: A Law Review. Jim runs down a recap of what habeas corpus is, and then dives into the week's legal headlines.
This week, the Supreme Court delivered landmark rulings impacting immigration, religious freedom, and the power of the presidency. In a split decision, the Court allowed Oklahoma to use public funds for a religious charter school, spotlighting tensions in church-state separation.
The nation's highest court shielded Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell from presidential firing while permitting removals at other federal agencies, hinting at a...2025-05-241h 32Amicus: A Law ReviewPast Legacies and Current ControversiesIn this weekend's edition of Amicus: A Law Review, Jim Santelle explores the rich legacy of Justice David Souter, who defied expectations with his centrist approach on the Supreme Court, who passed away this week. Notable landmark cases include Planned Parenthood v. Casey and Bush v. Gore. His unexpected decisions left a lasting impact on American jurisprudence.
Looking from the past to the current matters of the nation's highest court, Jim takes a look at the Supreme Court's recent ruling allows the Trump administration's controversial ban on transgender military personnel to proceed, highlighting ongoing tension between executive...2025-05-101h 32Amicus: A Law ReviewJustice on TrialTo kick off this week's edition of Amicus, Jim Santelle delves into the controversial arrest of Wisconsin Judge Hannah Dugan by the Department of Justice, highlighting the potential misconduct and policy violations by the FBI. The discussion underscores the broader implications for judicial independence and the rule of law. Santelle also covers the developing stories around Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers receiving threats from the Trump Administration for his actions on advising state officials on how to interact with federal immigration officials.
The episode also explores recent U.S. Supreme Court cases, including debates on religious charter schools...2025-05-031h 32Amicus: A Law ReviewFederal Arrest of a Wisconsin County JudgeMilwaukee was the center of breaking news on Friday morning with the arresting of Wisconsin Circuit Court Judge Hannah Dugan by federal law enforcement officials. This episode dives into the details surrounding the arrest of Milwaukee County Judge Dugan, and the charges of obstructing immigration agents.
Host Jim Santelle critiques the Justice Department's approach, arguing it politicizes the judiciary to align with President Trump's immigration policies. The discussion also touches on Governor Evers' memo to state employees about handling ICE agents and the broader implications of federal versus state authority in courthouses.
Listeners are invited...2025-04-261h 32Amicus: A Law ReviewLate Night OrdersWelcome to this weekend's edition of Amicus: A Law Review with Jim Santelle. Jim leads off the show with a breakdown of the U.S. Supreme Court's overnight decision blocking deportations of migrants with the use of an eighteenth century war-time act. Highlighting key developments, the show covers the Supreme Court's late-night decision and the Fourth Circuit's powerful rebuke of government actions that deny due process.
The episode also covers the current constitutional crisis, sparked by the Trump administration's refusal to adhere to court rulings. Judges Boasberg and Xinis are spotlighted for confronting the administration's defiance, with...2025-04-191h 32
This Week in WaukeshaEpisode 22 – The Santelle Session Pt. 2James "Jim" Santelle is an American attorney and former prosecutor who served as the United States attorney for the Eastern District of Wisconsin from 2010 to 2015 during the Obama Administration. Jim currently is the host of "Amicus: A Law Review", a Civic Media show on Saturday morning's that focuses on different political topics through a legal perspective.
On this two-part episode, Don and Jim talk about the recent election results in both the state of Wisconsin and in the city of Waukesha. 2025-04-0521 minThis Week in WaukeshaEpisode 21 – The Santelle SessionJames "Jim" Santelle is an American attorney and former prosecutor who served as the United States attorney for the Eastern District of Wisconsin from 2010 to 2015 during the Obama Administration. Jim currently is the host of "Amicus: A Law Review", a Civic Media show on Saturday morning's that focuses on different political topics through a legal perspective.
On this two-part episode, Don and Jim talk about the recent election results in both the state of Wisconsin and in the city of Waukesha. 2025-04-0520 minAmicus: A Law ReviewReviewing Legal News from Wisconsin and BeyondOn this weekend's edition of Amicus: A Law Review with Jim Santelle, Jim shares his latest "Injunction Function" and recaps the legal filings of Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul this past week. At the end of the first hour and beginning of the second hour, Jim touches on what is occurring with the legal battles surrounding deportations of Venezuelan immigrants to El Salvador.
Throughout the second hour, Jim provides a rundown of what the U.S. Supreme Court is currently hearing. Those cases include grants to teachers working with diversity, equity and inclusion, birthright citizenship, Catholic charities...2025-04-051h 32Amicus: A Law ReviewInjunction FunctionWelcome to this weekend's edition of Amicus: A Law Review with Jim Santelle. The show introduces a new segment titled, 'Injunction Function' and this week breaks down a temporary restraining orders or TRO. Jim does a deep dive on their meaning, and what it means for your understanding of our legal system.
Then, the show takes calls from listeners concerned about Elon Musk's involvement in the second Trump Administration and the election here in Wisconsin. Plus, Jim dives into the legal case unfolding before the deportations and the U.S. District Court Judge James Boasberg of what...2025-03-221h 32Amicus: A Law ReviewA Growing Riff Between the Executive and Judiciary BranchesGood morning and welcome to another edition of Amicus: A Law Review with Jim Santelle! Jim lays out the syllabus for this weekend's show, beginning with detailing the showdown this past week between President Donald Trump and Chief Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court John Roberts. Jim breaks down the decision of the nation's highest court to deny the hold the Trump Administration had placed on $2 billion worth of foreign aid.
In the second half of the first hour, Jim also details legal aspects that are arising in cases regarding the Clean Water Act & San Francisco...2025-03-081h 32
Civic Media SpotlightCivic Media Spotlight for March 1st & 2nd (Hour 1)On Matenaer On Air on Tuesday, Dr. Kristin Lyerly joined the show with Laurel Marcinkus, who went through a horrific experience while carrying a wanted pregnancy. This is a deeply personal discussion with Laurel and we gave it a trigger warning on our show notes, but we felt it was important to know what women are going through when access to abortion isn't available or when the hospital doesn't know when they can give it.
Then, on UpNorthNews Radio, Pat Kreitlow welcomes Joan Esposito of WCPT Radio in Chicago, along with former Chicago Tribune editor Mark Jacob...2025-03-0246 min
Civic Media SpotlightCivic Media Spotlight for March 1st & 2nd (Hour 1)On Matenaer On Air on Tuesday, Dr. Kristin Lyerly joined the show with Laurel Marcinkus, who went through a horrific experience while carrying a wanted pregnancy. This is a deeply personal discussion with Laurel and we gave it a trigger warning on our show notes, but we felt it was important to know what women are going through when access to abortion isn't available or when the hospital doesn't know when they can give it.
Then, on UpNorthNews Radio, Pat Kreitlow welcomes Joan Esposito of WCPT Radio in Chicago, along with former Chicago Tribune editor Mark Jacob...2025-03-0246 minAmicus: A Law Review“L’État, C’est Moi”In today's episode, Jim takes time to talk about authoritarianism in bygone days. This discussion comes in the wake of recent decisions from the Trump White House, who believes he is the only one who can decide what is right and what is law. History tells us those who declare "I Am The State" don't last and aren't remembered fondly in the history books.
On Tuesday Donald Trump issued a very significant and historic executive order, abolishing various independent agencies, bringing the power held by those groups into the Executive Branch, specifically The White House. Standing in...2025-02-221h 32Amicus: A Law ReviewA Week in Legal ReviewWelcome to another edition of Amicus: A Law Review with Jim Santelle for a breakdown of the week's legal headlines. Jim begins the program with a review of case surrounding New York Mayor Eric Adams in his corruption charges, and attempt for a pardon from the second Trump Administration.
Jim continues the program with a dive into Attorney General Pam Bondi's Department of Justice. The show breaks down the powers the Justice Department yields, and some of the characters at the DOJ in the second Trump Administration. Jim rounds out the weekend by taking some phone calls...2025-02-151h 32Amicus: A Law ReviewAmicus: A Law ReviewAmicus: A Law Review with Jim Santelle is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Saturdays from 9-11 am across Wisconsin. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! To learn more about the show and all of the programming across the Civic Media network, head over to https://civicmedia.us/shows to see the entire broadcast line up. 2025-02-081h 32Amicus: A Law ReviewChanges at the Department of JusticeBeginning with the latest reporting on the tragic air crash near and profound loss of lives over the Potomac River, including some initial reflection on the appropriate roles of government in supporting and assisting the victim families and pursuing on their behalf a full and revelatory investigation of what happened. There will be more assessment of the rule of law components of those post-event obligations of our agency officials and public representatives in next week’s broadcast.
Followed by an extensive description of the major obstructive changes already underway under the Trump Administration’s Justice Department—including the su...2025-02-011h 28Amicus: A Law ReviewA Week Full of Pardons & A Look Into the Guardrails of JusticeJoin Amicus: A Law Review with Jim Santelle each Saturday morning from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. as he analyzes the big legal news stories of the week and offers his own perspective on what they mean now—and for the future of our nation!
Jim begins the show with sharing where the guard rails of the U.S. Constitution are for a President of the United States. What powers do the rest of the federal government have on that office? Jim breaks it down. Jim also touches on the role of U.S. Attorney's role, mission, an...2025-01-251h 32Amicus: A Law ReviewA Dive Into Presidential PardonsWelcome to this weekend's edition of Amicus: A Law Review with Jim Santelle. This weekend, Jim provides an overview of something that a lot have folks have been talking about over the past week, presidential pardons. Jim gives a history of presidential pardons, talks about the specific pardon given to Hunter Biden this past week by his father President Joe Biden and then touches on the topic of preemptive pardons in the remaining days of the Biden Administration.
In hour two, Jim breaks down a case that is before the U.S. Supreme Court regarding vaping and...2024-12-071h 32Amicus: A Law ReviewConsequences of an ElectionOn this last Saturday of November, Jim Santelle starts off the show by taking a look at what this month's election means for legal cases that surrounded former President Trump before being re-elected. Jim then takes a look at U.S. Supreme Court statistics, dives into the Nom-Delegation Doctrine and recaps a few of the cases that may or may not come before the Court in this next term.
Jim also takes your calls on the legal questions of the day and takes a trip around the legal world sharing of cases law in Australia and Great...2024-11-301h 32Amicus: A Law ReviewA Weekend Review from MadisonJoin Jim Santelle as he walks us through the latest updates on cases at the Supreme court, Trump criminal trials, and more! Jim traveled to Madison for this weekend's edition of Amicus, to share legal updates of this past week from here in Wisconsin, the nation and the world.
To learn more about this show and all of the programming across the Civic Media network, head over to https://civicmedia.us/shows to see the entire broadcast line up. Follow the network on Facebook, X, YouTube and Instagram to keep up with Civic Media! 2024-10-191h 32Amicus: A Law ReviewNew Term, New Cases to Break DownOn this weekend's edition of Amicus: A Law Review, Jim Santelle takes a look at the upcoming cases before the U.S. Supreme Court as they begin a new term. Jim spends much of the first hour discussing the oral arguments in the abortion case coming out of Texas, as well as the ghost gun case coming before the highest court.
In hour two, Jim debriefs on the death row case before the Supreme Court and a case the court may hear about transgender rights. Jim then dives into recaps several cases before the 5th Circuit Court...2024-10-121h 31Amicus: A Law ReviewLegal Updates from at Home and AbroadOn this weekend's edition of Amicus: A Law Review, Jim Santelle kicks off the morning with updates from the current litigation surrounding former President Donald Trump. That leads into Jim discussing the move this week of former New York Mayor and Trump Campaign attorney Rudy Giuliani being disbarred in Washington D.C. this week. Jim also touches base on the hack of the Trump campaign by Iran.
Bridging the hours this week, Jim touches bases on the indictment of current New York Mayor Eric Adams and the ties to Turkey that sparked the indictment. The show then...2024-09-281h 31Amicus: A Law ReviewElection Administration, Legal Rapid Fire, & More!Welcome to another edition of Civic Media's weekend legal program, Amicus: A Law Review with Jim Santelle! Jim kicks off the show with a discussion surrounding judicial reforms in Mexico. Then, Jim talks about the U.S. Supreme Court's three case decision to round out the first hour.
In hour two, Jim breaks down Supreme Court threat protection and books by Supreme Court Justices if you're all done with your summer reading list. Turning to a more serious note, Jim then discusses issues facing the administration of the upcoming election by a surprising culprit, Sheriffs. From casting...2024-09-211h 31Amicus: A Law Review“An Unprecedented Spike” In Threats Against The DOJThis weekend on Amicus, Jim Santelle covers the latest in national legal news. On Thursday, Attorney General Merrick Garland delivered a 22-minute speech addressing a sharp increase in threats leveled at agencies like the DOJ and FBI. After breaking down the speech, Jim speaks on more developments in cases related to Donald Trump, including January 6th, the Georgia election, and Chicago's Trump Tower. Jim then extensively updates us on the Tyre Nichols case before closing with news on Russian election interference.
To learn more about this show and all of the programming across the Civic Media network...2024-09-141h 31Amicus: A Law ReviewTrump’s New York Sentencing DelayedThis week on Amicus: A Law Review, Jim Santelle guides us through the latest updates on Donald Trump's cases in both New York and Washington, D.C. In the second hour, Jim takes your calls before addressing the tragic mass shooting in Georgia.
To learn more about this show and all of the programming across the Civic Media network, head over to https://civicmedia.us/shows to see the entire broadcast line up. Follow the network on Facebook, X, YouTube and Instagram to keep up with Civic Media! 2024-09-071h 31Amicus: A Law ReviewLegal Review Over the Holiday WeekendIt's not the holiday weekend yet, so let's recap this past week of legal news with Amicus: A Law Review with James Santelle. Jim starts off the show with laying out everything he will cover on this weekend's edition and then dives into the new Grand Jury indictment against former President Donald Trump. Then, Jim discusses the hearing set for September 5th by Judge Chutkan.
Jim kicks off the second hour of this week's Amicus by covering the 11th Circuit Appeal surrounding the case in Mar-a-Lago. Jim also takes calls throughout the hour and touches base on...2024-08-311h 31Amicus: A Law ReviewBallot Challenges and Ethics ReformWith the Supreme Court term concluding earlier this month, Amicus: A Law Review with Jim Santelle takes a look at some of the proposals circulating around Supreme Court ethics reform. But before that, Jim tackles some of the hypothetical arguments that are being floated around in regards to legal challenges around elections now that Vice President Kamala Harris has become the presumptive Democratic nominee.
Then, in the second hour of Amicus, Jim discusses some of the legislative responses that are coming up around the country after the U.S. Supreme Court cases that were decided at the...2024-07-271h 31Amicus: A Law ReviewJustice, Home & AbroadGood morning! From the WAUK Studios, James Santelle kicks off the show with a tease of what is to come and then jumps into his recap of the Judge Aileen Cannon Case (U.S. v. Trump). Jim then turns to updates from the Supreme Court and what is next to come now that the most recent term has wrapped.
Starting off the second hour, Jim then gets into the Biden Administration's planned reforms for the Supreme Court, including potential term limits. Jim also takes calls and discusses a little bit more of what could come before the...2024-07-201h 31Amicus: A Law ReviewJim Santelle Breaks Down Trump v. United StatesThe balance of powers in the United States has changed, due to the US Supreme Court on Trump v. United States. Welcome to a laser-focused episode of Amicus: A Law Review with attorney Jim Santelle. He’s analyzing the entirety of the SCOTUS decision finding that presidents are entitled to absolute immunity for any and all official actions taken in the course of their position as President. Already, this case is reshaping how constitutional scholars, legal experts, and political professionals understand the role of President of the United States and the rule of law in this country. Buckle up, we...2024-07-131h 31Amicus: A Law ReviewA Seismic Shift in Constitutional PowersThe U.S. Supreme Court term has come to an end. Join Jim Santelle for a breakdown of the remaining decisions announced by the Court, especially Trump v. United States that U.S. Presidents have immunity when it comes to official acts in their office. Jim discusses the ramifications of the case and takes callers throughout the second hour about what this means for the country.
To learn more about this show and all of the programming across the Civic Media network, head over to https://civicmedia.us/shows to see the entire broadcast line up. Follow...2024-07-061h 31This Week in WaukeshaThe Kathleen Cummings Redemption Tour BeginsLast May, former Waukesha Alder and Waukesha County Supervisor Kathleen Cummings was acquitted on 7 criminal charges of election fraud, ending a 30-month ordeal that cost her over $85,000 in legal fees, separation from her family, and significant damage to her reputation. In her first media appearance since her vindication, Kathleen shares her story about her triumph over a grave injustice. Contributing to the interview was retired U.S. Attorney James Santelle (host of Amicus: A Law Review), who believes this matter should never have gone to trial.
To learn more about this show and all of the programming...2024-07-061h 31Amicus: A Law ReviewBonus Episode: As the Supreme Court Term Comes to an End… (Part 2)Welcome to the second edition of Amicus: A Law Review with James Santelle for the weekend of June 29th and 30th! After a rapid fire week of U.S. Supreme Court rulings, Jim has prepared a bonus edition of Amicus: A Law Review for this weekend.
In this second of two editions of Amicus, Jim begins the breakdown of those court decisions with Fischer v. United States. After taking a deep dive into that case, Jim then begins discussing the case of Moyle v. United States which took up the issue of emergency abortion care in the...2024-06-3000 minAmicus: A Law ReviewAs the Supreme Court Term Comes to an End… (Part 1)Welcome to another edition of Amicus: A Law Review with James Santelle! After a rapid fire week of U.S. Supreme Court rulings, Jim has prepared a bonus edition of Amicus: A Law Review for this weekend. In this first of two editions of Amicus, Jim begins the breakdown of those court decisions with SEC v. Jarkesy.
Then, Amicus dives into Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo, Ohio v. Environmental Protection Agency, and the Social Media Cases before the court. Jim concludes this first of two weekend editions of Amicus with commentary on the Supreme Court trends that...2024-06-291h 31Amicus: A Law ReviewGun Rights, Tax Law, and Ten Commandments: Supreme Court ControversiesIn this week's episode of "Amicus," host Jim Santelle delves into a packed legal syllabus, discussing some of the most pivotal and controversial Supreme Court cases currently shaping the landscape of American law and governance.
The episode kicks off with an analysis of U.S. v. Rahimi, a landmark decision addressing gun restrictions for individuals under restraining orders. This case explores the balance between gun rights and public safety, revealing how the Supreme Court is navigating its historical precedents to rule on contemporary issues.
Next, Santelle covers Moore v. United States, a case that delves...2024-06-221h 31Amicus: A Law ReviewSupreme Court Showdowns: Guns, Abortion, and Intellectual PropertyIn this episode of Amicus, James Santelle dives into a critical analysis of recent Supreme Court decisions that are shaping the legal landscape of the United States. The episode begins with an in-depth discussion on the controversial ruling regarding bump stocks, where the Supreme Court struck down the Trump-era ban. This decision not only impacts gun regulations but also questions the authority of federal agencies like the ATF.
The conversation then shifts to the Supreme Court's unanimous decision on the abortion pill Mifepristone. This landmark ruling addresses the standing of plaintiffs and the intricate balance between federal...2024-06-151h 31Amicus: A Law ReviewHistoric Trump Verdict, Supreme Court Decisions, and Pride Month ReflectionsIn this engaging episode of Amicus, the Law Review, host James Santelle delves into a pivotal week in the world of law and governance. The episode opens with a detailed discussion on the landmark criminal conviction of former President Donald Trump, dissecting the legal nuances and broader implications of the historic verdict. Listeners will gain insights into the trial's conduct, the roles of the prosecution and defense, and the critical thinking exemplified by the jury. Santelle emphasizes the significance of expertise in the legal system, offering a compelling narrative that underscores the importance of rule of law in maintaining...2024-06-011h 31Amicus: A Law ReviewUnethical AlitoJoin host James Santelle for another riveting show where the chaos of American politics is contained by Jim's wise words.
In this week's episode of Amicus Law Review, host James Santelle dives deep into the controversy surrounding Associate Justice Sam Alito. He kicks things off with a discussion on the ethics and implications of Justice Alito's recent actions, including the display of controversial flags and his cynical views on fundamental government institutions. This episode explores how Alito's behavior and statements may compromise the impartiality expected from a Supreme Court Justice.
Jim then shifts focus to...2024-05-251h 31Amicus: A Law ReviewSupremely Out of ControlOn this Saturday's show, fearless host James Santelle explores two pivotal Supreme Court decisions: one affirming the constitutionality of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) and another reinstating a congressional map in Louisiana, which includes a second majority-black district. These rulings highlight the court's stance on consumer rights and voting equality, respectively. Jim provides an in-depth analysis of these decisions and their broader implications for American jurisprudence.
Additionally, we examine the controversial upside-down flag incident at Justice Samuel Alito's residence, its significance in the context of current political tensions, and what it reveals about the justice's perspectives...2024-05-181h 31Amicus: A Law ReviewThe Meaning of LawJoin host James Santelle for a riveting weekend episode of "Amicus, a Law Review," where we delve into the most significant legal developments of our time. In this episode, we explore the high-profile trial of former President Donald Trump, analyzing the key testimonies from witnesses like Hope Hicks, Stormy Daniels, and Michael Cohen. Jim breaks down the critical rulings by Justice Juan Merchan and discusses the broader implications of this historic case on the American legal system.
Jim's expert overview also turns our attention to the U.S. Supreme Court, examining upcoming decisions that could reshape the...2024-05-111h 31Amicus: A Law ReviewUnveiling InequalityThroughout the broadcast, James delves into the concept of "Amicus Curiae" – a legal mechanism where individuals or organizations, not directly involved in a case, provide courts with information and insights that may influence judicial decisions. This episode explains the pivotal role these contributions play in shaping legal outcomes, particularly in cases involving broad public interests such as civil rights and human rights. By integrating historical context and contemporary relevance, James elucidates the strategic importance of these interventions in American jurisprudence and beyond.
As James engages with listeners, he outlines the ambitions of "Amicus" to serve as a br...2024-05-041h 31Amicus: A Law ReviewTrump vs. United States – A Historic Legal BattleIn this gripping episode of Amicus, host Jim Santelle dives into the landmark Supreme Court case, Trump vs. United States, examining the unprecedented arguments surrounding presidential immunity from prosecution. Santelle, with his astute legal insight, unfolds the complexities of this case, discussing the potential ramifications for the rule of law and democratic governance in America. The episode doesn't just highlight the legal arguments but also taps into the societal and political undercurrents that make this case a defining moment in U.S. history.
Santelle's narration brings to life the intense courtroom drama, where the nation's top justices...2024-04-271h 31Amicus: A Law ReviewAmicus – A New EraAt long last, the team behind Civic Media's Morning Cannolis is proud to announce the launch of our new show - Amicus: A Law Review with Attorney James Santelle! With no time wasted on his own ego, James is eagerly waiting to introduce you to the new layout as well as get you up to date on the latest in law across America. Take a listen! 2024-03-231h 31Amicus: A Law ReviewThe Court PivotsThis episode delves into the Supreme Court's latest ruling, setting the stage for a comprehensive analysis of its implications on the political and judicial landscapes. Jim Santelle expertly navigates the intricate details of the Court's decision, focusing on the legal reasoning behind the unanimous judgment and the dissenting opinions, providing listeners with a clear understanding of the complex legal principles at play. Through engaging discussions, the episode illuminates the potential impacts of the ruling on future electoral processes and the broader quest for justice, offering a unique perspective on the balance of power between state and federal authorities. Special...2024-03-091h 31Amicus: A Law ReviewTrumping the Trump FamilyDive deep into the pivotal Supreme Court rulings that are shaping the future of American democracy in this compelling episode of Morning Canollis with James Santelle. Explore the intricate legal battles faced by Donald Trump, the clash between state and federal powers over social media, and the contentious debate surrounding bump stocks. James Santelle provides an unparalleled analysis of how these legal decisions extend beyond the courtroom, influencing every facet of American life and governance.
Unpack the complexities of presidential immunity, election laws, and the regulatory challenges of our digital age. With Santelle's expert commentary, listeners will...2024-03-021h 31Amicus: A Law ReviewFrom the Birkebeiner!Join James Santelle in a captivating episode of Morning Canolis, where the vibrant heart of Wisconsin's community, law, and tradition unfolds. This episode takes you through a journey across various facets of Wisconsin's societal pulse, from the fervor of the American Birkebeiner ski race in Cable and Hayward to the intricate legal debates echoing in Alabama's courts. Delve into discussions that span the historical roots of the Birkebeiner, reflecting on its deep-seated values of courage and resilience, and navigate through the complexities of recent legal rulings that challenge and redefine principles of justice and humanity.
Listeners are...2024-02-241h 31Amicus: A Law ReviewThe Laws and the OrdersJim Santelle leads off the top of today's broadcast with a focus on recent legal developments involving Donald Trump, including a detailed discussion on the financial implications of legal judgments against him. Santelle explores the complexities of Trump's financial obligations and the potential impact on his assets, offering a nuanced perspective on the legal and financial strategies in play.
The episode also touches on the broader implications of these legal battles, including the role of the attorney general's office and the challenges Trump faces in securing bonds for appeal processes. Through interviews and listener call-ins, Santelle and...2024-02-171h 31Amicus: A Law ReviewRules, Laws, and the Rule of LawIn today's episode, James Santelle dissects the ongoing legal battles surrounding former President Donald J. Trump and the intricate web of court decisions that could have profound implications for the future of American democracy.
James kicks off the discussion by diving into the contentious issue of presidential immunity. As outlined in recent court proceedings, including the Colorado case, the question of whether sitting presidents are immune from prosecution has become a focal point of debate. Host James Santelle unpacks the potential consequences of these legal battles, highlighting the delicate balance between executive power and accountability.
...2024-02-101h 31Amicus: A Law ReviewDeterring DefamationWelcome to another insightful episode of "Morning Cannolis" with your host, James Santelle. In this episode, we delve into critical legal matters shaping our world. Beginning with a landmark decision from the International Court of Justice, we explore the interim ruling directing Israel to take action to prevent acts of genocide in Gaza. Join us as we analyze the implications and reactions surrounding this significant international legal development.
Shifting gears, we turn our attention to a recent decision in a U.S. federal district court in New York, where former President Donald Trump has been found responsible...2024-01-271h 31Amicus: A Law ReviewSeeing the Future Today, James Santelle looks one year into the future at the upcoming 2024 presidential election, where candidates Joseph Biden and Donald Trump are poised to face off again.
Jim takes a deep dive into two pivotal news stories that have captured the nation's attention. Firstly, the shocking results of a long-term Department of Justice investigation into the tragic shooting at Uvalde, Texas, in May 2022. Highlighting the failure of law enforcement in responding to the incident, he dissects the findings, emphasizing the importance of due process and the pursuit of justice in such critical situations.
In addition...2024-01-201h 31Amicus: A Law ReviewTrials Of DemocracyWelcome to Morning Cannolis with Jim Santelle! In this week's episode, Jim dives deep into the world of law, government, and the pursuit of justice in America. Broadcasting on WAUK Radio, Jim brings you a thought-provoking agenda that combines academic rigor with civic awareness.
Join Jim as he explores significant news events, unraveling the complexities behind what happened and why it matters. From international cases in Israel and Chile to the heart of the United States political campaigns, Morning Cannolis covers it all. The show's syllabus is an ambitious journey through the rule of law, justice, and...2024-01-131h 28Amicus: A Law ReviewAn Insurrection’s AnniversaryJames Santelle kicks off the new year with a reflection on the somber anniversary of our nation's near-upheaval in 2021 during the January 6th insurrection. As the long-lasting effects and the ongoing trials loom large over the upcoming election, James offers priceless insights into law, order, and that which really governs our nation. 2024-01-061h 31Amicus: A Law ReviewJust the End of A YearJoin James Santelle in this cumulative episode after a long year in the realm of law, order, and justice, with an already ambitious year ahead. 2023-12-301h 31Amicus: A Law ReviewOff The Ballot, On the MapIt seems that every day Jim's not on air, world shattering news comes out. Thankfully, James Santelle comes to us for 2 hours each week to catch you up on all the happenings in the wild worlds of law, order, and justice.
In today's onslaught - Trump's been taken off the ballot in Colorado, fair maps have been put on the docket in Wisconsin, and the future under a second Trump administration if such a thing could come to pass. 2023-12-231h 31Amicus: A Law ReviewLaw and Governance Against ChaosJoin the insightful James Santelle, and his dedicated producer, Anya, for the 76th edition of Morning Cannoli! In this episode, we dive deep into the heart of crucial news stories, events, and happenings that shape the landscape of law and government.
This morning, we unravel the basic truths behind the headlines that animate our lives and livelihoods. Jim Santelle dissects the fundamental question: What happened with Rudy Gulianni? What will happen next if he and others indicted at present continue to disregard the law? Get ready for a compelling exploration of the latest news stories and their...2023-12-161h 31Amicus: A Law ReviewOur 75th Episode!Welcome to another engaging episode of Morning Cannolis with your host, James Santelle! In this two-hour powerhouse session, James delves into crucial global affairs during the first hour, offering insightful commentary on Russian war crimes and providing an in-depth analysis of the current state of the war in Ukraine.
In the second hour, buckle up for an intriguing program as James unpacks the enigmatic "2025 plan" – a compilation of the audacious statements made by Donald Trump about his potential actions if elected.
From international affairs to political intrigue, "Morning Cannolis" delivers a dynamic blend of information an...2023-12-091h 31Amicus: A Law ReviewRemembering Former Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O’ConnorIn the first hour of the show, host Jim Santelle discusses the impact of the first woman to be appointed to the US Supreme Court, Sandra Day O'Connor, as well as how the recent decisions of the modern Court have affected her legacy. In the second hour, Jim gives an update on the status of Donald Trump's legal woes and briefs the listeners on important cases coming up before the end of the year. 2023-12-021h 31Amicus: A Law ReviewGet In Sync With Current EventsJames Santelle joins us on this Thanksgiving weekend to extend a touching tribute to Rosalind Carter, a monumental figure alongside her husband Jimmy in the world of Eco-activism, policy, and frankly, making the world better. 2023-11-251h 31Amicus: A Law ReviewWhat Can WE Do?The resounding question is always asked when James Santelle speaks on the on-going injustices of our world and nation: What can we do? That and more answered today on Morning Canollis. 2023-11-181h 31Amicus: A Law ReviewA Way ForwardDomestic Violence, Gun Violence and Judges' Ethics. All these topics and more are in the hands of the Supreme Court. Taking their responses and decisions into his hands on our behalf is James Santelle, former US Attorney for SE Wisconsin, to explain, deliberate, and take your questions today on Morning Canollis. 2023-11-111h 31Amicus: A Law ReviewDeterence and DiscriminationJoin James Santelle for an insightful discussion in this special prerecorded episode, where we delve into this week's litany of issues in the US and beyond. James Santelle provides a thoughtful perspective on the issue of antisemitism at Cornell University, shedding light on this important subject. He also discusses the ongoing Sam Bankman Fried and FTX Cryptop "conspiracy" case, as Jim has taken to calling it. Furthermore, we discuss Tyree Nichols' ongoing wrongful death suit, delving into the complexities and implications surrounding this case. Tune in to gain valuable insights and engage in a respectful dialogue on these crucial...2023-11-0400 minAmicus: A Law ReviewCopyright, Conduct, and the ConstitutionThere's a lot to cover this week as new rulings and more cases are added to the mounting national docket, but James Santelle is here to clear it! 2023-10-281h 28Amicus: A Law ReviewCase by CaseIn a rare, prerecorded episode, James Santelle is covering the most pressing matters regarding the Trump Family's status as New York Buisness owners, ADA testing trials and more. 2023-10-071h 28Amicus: A Law ReviewEnds of Eras
🎙️ Welcome to "Morning Cannolis" with your host, James Santelle! In this episode, we're diving deep into the currents of current affairs to bring you a captivating blend of stories that matter.
First up, we dissect the ongoing Alabama redistricting case, unpacking the intricate web of politics and democracy. James Santelle offers sharp insights and expert analysis to help you navigate this crucial issue.
Then, we shift gears to explore a decades-long mystery: the arrest of the man responsible for the murder of Tupac Shakur 24 years ago. Join us as we peel back the layers of this...2023-09-301h 28Amicus: A Law ReviewAn Impending ShutdownBy this time next week, the Federal Government may be forced to shut down. Why? I don't know, I'm just a podcast description. James Santelle is the one with all the information, you should listen to him tell you! 2023-09-231h 28Amicus: A Law ReviewSentences on SentencingAfter several huge sentences come down on even more Jan 6th rioters, James Santelle is break down their meanings, the terms, and the reactions of the plaintiffs now that Trump's support seems to have waned. 2023-09-021h 28Amicus: A Law ReviewLooking for a Way ForwardGeorgia, DC, Germany, Milwaukee. Across the world, justice is afoot. James Santelle is here to bring it all together. 2023-08-261h 28Amicus: A Law ReviewIndictment CatchupWe might be prerecorded, but we're no phoning it in. James Santelle is back with some of the hardest hitting news America has faced since we came to air. Tune in! 2023-08-1200 minAmicus: A Law ReviewNotes from Across the Parking Lot of America’s Halls of LawNo one seems interested in getting the Supreme Court justices to accept a code of ethics. No one, that is, except James Santelle, Attorney Extraordinaire, here to bring attention to the issue facing the United States through the lens of outcoming court decisions . 2023-07-221h 28Amicus: A Law ReviewRecaps and Moving ForwardIt's Saturday in America, and you know what that means. It means former US Attorney James Santelle is catching you up on the Supreme Court, International Affairs, and the aftermath of January 6th Insurrection. 2023-07-151h 28Amicus: A Law ReviewEthics and Civics and MoreJames Santelle wraps up this last month of Supreme Court rulings and more this week on Morning Cannoli's. 2023-07-081h 28Amicus: A Law ReviewA Flurry of Civil and Criminal LitigationAt a time of inter-faith observance of Ramadan, Passover, and Easter among our
fellow Muslim, Jewish, and Christian residents, respectively, another broadcast on
“Undiscovered Justice”—this time, focusing on the celebration of Vaisakhi by
members of Sikh congregations throughout our state, nation, and world. A
description of the historical development of the 500-year-old faith, now
commemorating both the community harvest and the establishment of the
foundational principles of this fifth largest religion—namely, justice, service,
equality, and magnanimity; in the wake of the hate crimes violence at the Oak
Creek Gurdwara in August of 2012, reporting on the Rule of Law-rela...2023-04-151h 29This Week in WaukeshaConference RealignmentDon is joined by Waukesha South football coach Darnell Wiltz to discuss the movement of the Blackshirt football program to the Parkland Conference. Then, James Santelle joins the show to talk about the legal implications of this and the recent school board resolutions, and Amanda Redina Roddy stops by to invite everyone to the Waukesha Rotatory Club pancake breakfast on February 4th. Guests: James L. Santelle, Darnell Wiltz, Amanda Redina Roddy2023-01-2144 minThis Week in WaukeshaThis Week in Waukesha: December 17thDon is joined by Waukesha South football super dad Jared Dable and attorney/legal expert James Santelle to break down the WIAA’s decision to deny the Blackshirsts’ petition to leave the Classic 8 athletic conference. Guests: Jim Santelle, Jared Dable2022-12-1744 minAmicus: A Law ReviewHour 2 – Morning CannolisThanks for tuning into Morning Canoli’s with Jim Santelle! Jim is Devil Radio’s resident Legal Eagle and a former U.S. Attorney, join us to hear his takes on the precarious situation we find ourselves in as a Nation. Can the rule of law prevail? Call or Text the show on Saturdays between 9am and 11 […]2022-08-2043 minAmicus: A Law ReviewHour 2 – Morning CannolisThanks for tuning into Morning Canoli’s with Jim Santelle! Jim is Devil Radio’s resident Legal Eagle and a former U.S. Attorney, join us to hear his takes on the precarious situation we find ourselves in as a Nation. Can the rule of law prevail? Call or Text the show on Saturdays between 9am and 11 […]2022-08-1344 minAmicus: A Law ReviewMorning CannolisThanks for tuning into Morning Canoli’s with Jim Santelle! Jim is Devil Radio’s resident Legal Eagle and a former U.S. Attorney, join us to hear his takes on the precarious situation we find ourselves in as a Nation. Can the rule of law prevail? Call or Text the show on Saturdays between 9am and 11 […]2022-08-1300 minAmicus: A Law ReviewHour 2 – Morning cannolis w/ Jim SantelleThanks for tuning into Morning Canoli’s with Jim Santelle! Jim is Devil Radio’s resident Legal Eagle and a former U.S. Attorney, join us to hear his takes on the precarious situation we find ourselves in as a Nation. Can the rule of law prevail? Call or Text the show on Saturdays between 9am and 11 […]2022-08-0643 minAmicus: A Law ReviewWeek 9, Hour 2Thanks for tuning into Morning Canoli’s with Jim Santelle! Jim is Devil Radio’s resident Legal Eagle and a former U.S. Attorney, join us to hear his takes on the precarious situation we find ourselves in as a Nation Can the rule of law prevail? Call or Text the show on Saturdays between 9am and 11 […]2022-07-3000 minAmicus: A Law ReviewThe Constitutional Rights and Limits of Free Speech in the Classroom—For TeachersResuming a two-broadcast arc of discussions about the application of the First Amendment to public academic settings, a proper examination of the rights and responsibilities of America’s instructors is revealed to be both uncertain and evolving. The United States Supreme Court has recognized that public school administrators may lawfully place some balanced restrictions on student behavior—and perhaps even more limitations on the teachers who guide their in-classroom learning (based on their contractual relationships with the districts that employ them). Even so, an iconic Justice affirmed years ago that teachers, like their students, do not surrender their constitutional righ...2022-07-301h 26Amicus: A Law ReviewThe History, the Effect, and the Judicial Diminution of the Voting Rights ActIn its next term, the United States Supreme Court will be addressing the legitimacy of an obscure and unfounded theory that only state legislatures—and not courts—are empowered to resolve election challenges; the anticipated return of the High Court to voting issues prompts a review and revisiting of one of the central pieces of civil rights legislation in our nation’s history. Intended to remedy generations of racial and other forms of discrimination in polling, the Voting Rights Act clearly established prohibitions on attempts to disenfranchise Americans of color; in its several implementation aspects, the law also vested in the...2022-07-161h 27Amicus: A Law ReviewWeek 6, Hour 22022-07-0944 minAmicus: A Law ReviewThe Critically Important, Substantive Diverse Recent Decisions of the Supreme CourtNot to be diminished in significance by recent opinions on privacy rights and firearms, the High Court has also been exceptionally focused on other topics that are equally meaningful to the lives and livelihoods of Americans in the 21st Century. Among the more than 60 decisions issued in this term, the Justices limited the authority of the chief executive to impose environmental standards on polluting companies, affirmed the presidential prerogative to permit asylum-seekers to remain in the United States while their applications are pending, upheld the rights of death row inmates to engage with their religious leaders prior to execution...2022-07-091h 27Amicus: A Law ReviewWeek 5, Hour 22022-07-0244 minAmicus: A Law ReviewThe Historic Judicial Rulings on Abortion and FirearmsAs discussed and predicted in the first two broadcasts, the United States Supreme Court this week changed the course not only of American jurisprudence but also the legal standards for the conduct and behavior our nation’s residents: In its dramatic reversal of nearly a half-century of legal tradition, the High Court found that the Constitution does not establish a right to abortion and related reproductive rights, effectively returning those critically important issues to the States. And in its other significant ruling, the Justices expanded the scope of the Second Amendment to permit the carry and presumably the use of...2022-06-251h 28Amicus: A Law ReviewThe Court’s Questions on Environment, Religion, and Immigration—and the January 6 Committee’s Second Public HearingThe current docket of the United States Supreme Court also features thorny and controversial issues in the areas of climate change, religious liberty, and asylum seekers. Among those is the power of the executive branch to impose restrictions on the emission of so-called greenhouse gases to address our environmental problems, the meaning and import of the First Amendment’s separation of church and state in the financial support of schools and the conduct of teacher-coaches, and the authority of our federal government to impose conditions on the movement into and presence in the United States of refugees fleeing persecution an...2022-06-181h 28Amicus: A Law ReviewWeek 2, Hour 2: Privacy rights2022-06-1144 minAmicus: A Law ReviewThe Judicial Development and Enforcement of Privacy RightsBeginning with its first hints at a constitutional right to privacy in the 1920s and continuing through its full and formal embrace of such a personal prerogative in the mid-1960s, the United States Supreme Court has identified from various sources in our founding document what one justice described as “the right to an inviolate personality” and “the right to be left alone.” That seminal doctrine has been invoked by our judiciary to ensure privacy protections in many, important areas of contemporary American life and livelihood for over a century—including but not limited to access to reproductive medical services a...2022-06-111h 27Amicus: A Law ReviewWeek 1, Hour 2: Heller and the second amendment2022-06-0546 minAmicus: A Law ReviewThe Actual Second Amendment Rights to FirearmsThirteen years ago, the United States Supreme Court said for the first time in American history that the Constitution establishes a personal right to gun ownership in the home for defensive purposes. Soon in its present term the High Court will be issuing its next, major opinion interpreting the meaning and import of the Second Amendment: The Justices are wrestling with the constitutionality of a New York State law requiring that applicants to carry firearms in public describe their particularized need to do so. Will they uphold the legality of that process intended to promote community safety and security...2022-06-041h 30
The Devil's Advocates Radio4-1-22 – Interview – James SantelleLegal Eagle James Santelle joins Crute down in the SHA to talk about walking the walk.2022-04-0100 min