Trump vs. the Supreme Court. Again.
Trump vs. the Supreme Court. Again.  
Podcast: The Oath and The Office
Published On: Thu Aug 13 2026
Description: Trump already lost on birthright citizenship. Now he is testing the limits of constitutional law with two narrower executive orders. We explain the high-stakes game of chicken underway: can a president just keep pushing after the courts and the Constitution say no?Plus, a rapid-fire breakdown of this week’s legal chaos:Vanity Plates: A bizarre but critical free speech fight.DOJ Takeover: Todd Blanche officially steps in as Attorney General after a bruising confirmation fight over Trump, DOJ independence, and a $1.8 billion slush fund.The $400 Million Ballroom: A court abruptly blocks Trump’s massive White House construction plan.Targeting Fauci: Senate Republicans vote to hold Anthony Fauci in contempt.Timestamps:2:41 - Trump Renews Attack on Birthright Citizenship10:25 - Profanity, License Plates, and Free Speech21:56 - Senate Confirms Todd Blanche as Attorney General35:25 - Court Temporarily Halts Construction on Trump's Ballroom41:26 - Senate Committee Holds Dr. Anthony Fauci in Contempt of Congress