On Topic With Renato Mariotti

In the latest episode of It’s Complicated, hosts Renato Mariotti, a former federal prosecutor, and Yale National Security Law professor Asha Rangappa dive into the alarming power struggles between the judiciary and the executive branch under Donald Trump.  Before diving in, make sure to subscribe to our Patreon for exclusive access to deeper insights and behind-the-scenes content: patreon.com/reallyamericanmedia. Renato kicks things off by exposing the chaos surrounding the Department of Homeland Security’s deportation tactics. He also lays out how the Trump administration manipulated legal loopholes, sending Abrego Garcia to a maximum-security prison and seemingly defying judicial orders, creating a dangerous precedent that could undermine due process and constitutional protections. Despite rulings demanding García’s return, the Trump administration’s refusal to comply highlights a disturbing trend of ignoring judicial authority. Asha takes it further, breaking down the Supreme Court’s role in this mess.