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On today's episode, we discuss the historical case of Ex Parte Merryman, where President Lincoln suspended habeas corpus to detain political prisoners. The Supreme Court, led by Chief Justice Taney, ruled Lincoln lacked authority to do so, highlighting the separation of powers. The conversation also touched on a recent Supreme Court case where Justice Neil Gorsuch questioned the plaintiff's argument against presidential authority to fire officials. Additionally, the group discussed a $1 billion fraud scheme involving Somali-owned nonprofits in Minnesota, which funneled funds to terrorist organizations, with potential implications for state officials. Don't miss it!

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The James PerspectiveBy James Wilkerson