Dahlia Lithwick

Mentioned in 9 analyzed podcast episodes across 3 shows

Host of the Amicus podcast and legal analyst for Slate who covers Supreme Court decisions, constitutional law, and democracy-related issues. Her podcast episodes and appearances focus on topics including immigration detention, election integrity, press freedom, and threats to democratic institutions. She is frequently discussed as an expert voice on how major court decisions and legal developments affect American constitutional rights and governance.

Appears On

Amicus With Dahlia Lithwick | Law, justice, and the courts The Al Franken Podcast The Oath and The Office

Episode Appearances

Amicus With Dahlia Lithwick | Law, justice, and the courts · Apr 11, 2026

Time to Impeach Trump Again?

“Moderates discussion on impeachment, constitutional mechanisms, and presidential accountability”

Presidential Impeachment Standards and Process25th Amendment Mechanics and LimitationsConstitutional Checks and Balances Under Partisan Control

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Amicus With Dahlia Lithwick | Law, justice, and the courts · Apr 1, 2026

Preview: A Blowout for Birthright Citizenship at SCOTUS

“Regular host of Amicus podcast; mentioned as returning for Saturday's regularly scheduled episode”

Birthright Citizenship14th Amendment Citizenship ClauseTrump Executive Order on Immigration

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Amicus With Dahlia Lithwick | Law, justice, and the courts · Feb 28, 2026

Yes, Supreme Court Decisions Really Matter

“Host of Amicus podcast; legal analyst covering Supreme Court and constitutional law for Slate”

Supreme Court tariffs ruling and major questions doctrineJudicial independence and lifetime tenure as constitutional safeguardExecutive power and separation of powers under Trump administration

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Amicus With Dahlia Lithwick | Law, justice, and the courts · Feb 21, 2026

Trump’s Tariffs Overturned

“Host of Amicus podcast; led discussion on tariffs decision and press freedom crisis”

Tariff Authority and Presidential Power Under IEPAMajor Questions Doctrine in Constitutional LawSeparation of Powers and Congressional Prerogatives

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Amicus With Dahlia Lithwick | Law, justice, and the courts · Feb 14, 2026

The Concentration Camp Next Door

“Host of Amicus podcast, legal analyst conducting interviews about immigration detention and constitutional law”

Immigration Detention Infrastructure ExpansionHabeas Corpus Erosion in Immigration LawJudicial Authority and Court Order Compliance

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The Al Franken Podcast · Feb 8, 2026

Dahlia Lithwick on Defending Our Constitution

“Constitutional law expert and Slate writer discussing threats to democracy, immigration enforcement, and Supreme Court decisions”

Immigration enforcement and family detentionConstitutional protections and judicial immunity doctrineSupreme Court decision-making and accountability

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Amicus With Dahlia Lithwick | Law, justice, and the courts · Feb 7, 2026

Trump Has a New “Big Lie” for the Midterms

“Host of Amicus podcast; legal analyst discussing election threats and media's failure to cover democracy crises adequately”

Election Data Privacy and Voter File AccessFederal Law Enforcement PoliticizationPolling Place Intimidation and ICE Deployment

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Amicus With Dahlia Lithwick | Law, justice, and the courts · Jan 31, 2026

Legal Blinkers, Moral Hazards

“Host of Amicus podcast; legal analyst discussing courts, law, and constitutional issues with Margulies”

Post-9/11 War on Terror Legal Framework and Torture JustificationEnhanced Interrogation Techniques and Waterboarding LegalizationGuantanamo Bay Detention and Habeas Corpus Rights

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The Oath and The Office · Nov 6, 2025

The Case That Could Finally Stop Trump (with Dahlia Lithwick)

“Constitutional law expert discussing judicial deference, tariffs case, and erosion of democratic checks”

Presidential Immunity and Executive Power ExpansionMilitary Deployment and Insurrection Act AuthorityTariffs and Congressional Power Over Trade

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