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Never-Trumper and former Republican George Conway joins Marc Elias to unpack why Donald Trump is both an “addled old man” and a dangerous threat to democracy. They also break down Democratic momentum in key elections — and Conway reveals whether he’s considering running for Congress. Support independent journalism: https://newsletters.democracydocket.com/member-youtube Stay informed with the latest news and political analysis: https://newsletters.democracydocket.com/youtube Follow Democracy Docket: Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/democracydocket.com Instagram⁠: https://instagram.com/democracydocket Facebook⁠: https://facebook.com/democracydocket X/Twitter⁠: https://twitter.com/DemocracyDocket TikTok⁠: https://tiktok.com/@democracydocket Threads: https://www.threads.net/@democracydocket

Brian Tyler Cohen joins Marc Elias to highlight the Democrats in who are fighting back against Trump’s attacks on democracy, from the battle in Congress over the Epstein files to the frontline legal and political fights of Trump’s second term. This conversation breaks down the leaders, strategies, and momentum driving Democrats forward in 2026 and beyond. Support independent journalism: https://newsletters.democracydocket.com/member-youtube Stay informed with the latest news and political analysis: https://newsletters.democracydocket.com/youtube Follow Democracy Docket: Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/democracydocket.com Instagram⁠: https://instagram.com/democracydocket Facebook⁠: https://facebook.com/democracydocket X/Twitter⁠: https://twitter.com/DemocracyDocket TikTok⁠: https://tiktok.com/@democracydocket Threads: https://www.threads.net/@democracydocket

Donald Trump has repeatedly tried to keep the Epstein files out of the spotlight — but could his fear of their release be influencing far more than we realize? In this episode, Marc Elias breaks down the strange behavior of Rep. Mike Johnson and Congress, what the recently released emails bring to light, and how the political gridlock may have all been a distraction from the Epstein Files. Support independent journalism: https://newsletters.democracydocket.com/member-youtube Stay informed with the latest news and political analysis: https://newsletters.democracydocket.com/youtube Follow Democracy Docket: Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/democracydocket.com Instagram⁠: https://instagram.com/democracydocket Facebook⁠: https://facebook.com/democracydocket X/Twitter⁠: https://twitter.com/DemocracyDocket TikTok⁠: https://tiktok.com/@democracydocket Threads: https://www.threads.net/@democracydocket

Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett joins Marc Elias to break down the GOP’s chaos in the House, the fight over redistricting in Texas, and what these battles reveal about the road to 2026. From Republican infighting to the next wave of voting rights fights, Crockett shares her unfiltered view of where American democracy is headed. Support independent journalism: https://newsletters.democracydocket.com/member-youtube Stay informed with the latest news and political analysis: https://newsletters.democracydocket.com/youtube Follow Democracy Docket: Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/democracydocket.com Instagram⁠: https://instagram.com/democracydocket Facebook⁠: https://facebook.com/democracydocket X/Twitter⁠: https://twitter.com/DemocracyDocket TikTok⁠: https://tiktok.com/@democracydocket Threads: https://www.threads.net/@democracydocket

Despite major pro-democracy wins in 2025, the fight is far from over. This video exposes the next phase of Trump and the Republicans' playbook — and what voters, lawyers, and journalists must do now to defend democracy before it’s too late. Marc Elias of Democracy Docket gives his expert take on politics, news, and current events. Support independent journalism: https://newsletters.democracydocket.com/member-youtube Stay informed with the latest news and political analysis: https://newsletters.democracydocket.com/youtube Follow Democracy Docket: Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/democracydocket.com Instagram⁠: https://instagram.com/democracydocket Facebook⁠: https://facebook.com/democracydocket X/Twitter⁠: https://twitter.com/DemocracyDocket TikTok⁠: https://tiktok.com/@democracydocket Threads: https://www.threads.net/@democracydocket 07:46 Claiming “Fraud” 12:20 Banning Voting Methods 15:30 Weaponizing Federal Power 18:04 Seizing Control of Ballots 22:24 Extreme Republican Gerrymandering 27:56 Abusing the Courts 34:31 Political Retaliation & Prosecutions 38:23 Undermining the Media

Rep. Dan Goldman joins Marc Elias and Democracy Docket to expose how Donald Trump is weaponizing the DOJ, threatening Republicans, and covering up the Epstein files. They discuss the dangers of mid-decade redistricting, election denial, and what Democrats are doing to defend democracy and protect the rule of law. Support independent journalism: https://newsletters.democracydocket.com/member-youtube Stay informed with the latest news and political analysis: https://newsletters.democracydocket.com/youtube Follow Democracy Docket: Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/democracydocket.com Instagram⁠: https://instagram.com/democracydocket Facebook⁠: https://facebook.com/democracydocket X/Twitter⁠: https://twitter.com/DemocracyDocket TikTok⁠: https://tiktok.com/@democracydocket Threads: https://www.threads.net/@democracydocket

Donald Trump is dismantling American democracy through corruption, pay-to-play schemes, and the politicization of the courts and Department of Justice. Sen. Richard Blumenthal joins Marc Elias & Democracy Docket to discuss Republicans enabling an authoritarian takeover, turning justice into revenge, and destroying institutional integrity. Support independent journalism: https://newsletters.democracydocket.com/member-youtube Stay informed with the latest news and political analysis: https://newsletters.democracydocket.com/youtube Follow Democracy Docket: Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/democracydocket.com Instagram⁠: https://instagram.com/democracydocket Facebook⁠: https://facebook.com/democracydocket X/Twitter⁠: https://twitter.com/DemocracyDocket TikTok⁠: https://tiktok.com/@democracydocket Threads: https://www.threads.net/@democracydocket

Donald Trump and the Republican Party are leading a coordinated redistricting and gerrymandering campaign to rig upcoming elections and weaken democracy. Marc Elias exposes how these maps threaten fair representation, expand voter suppression, and test the limits of election law. Through bold litigation, public activism, and sustained political engagement, Democrats and voters can still fight back for fair maps and transparent election processes. Support independent journalism: https://newsletters.democracydocket.com/member-youtube Stay informed with the latest news and political analysis: https://newsletters.democracydocket.com/youtube Follow Democracy Docket: Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/democracydocket.com Instagram⁠: https://instagram.com/democracydocket Facebook⁠: https://facebook.com/democracydocket X/Twitter⁠: https://twitter.com/DemocracyDocket TikTok⁠: https://tiktok.com/@democracydocket Threads: https://www.threads.net/@democracydocket

Stop grading Republicans on a curve. There are no Republican heroes in the fight for democracy. Staying grounded in the truth is essential — our democracy depends on it. Support independent journalism: https://newsletters.democracydocket.com/member-youtube Join our free newsletter: https://newsletters.democracydocket.com/youtube Can We Actually Save America? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_GUgnpAYMCc Follow Democracy Docket: Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/democracydocket.com Instagram⁠: https://instagram.com/democracydocket Facebook⁠: https://facebook.com/democracydocket X/Twitter⁠: https://twitter.com/DemocracyDocket TikTok⁠: https://tiktok.com/@democracydocket Threads: https://www.threads.net/@democracydocket Shop Democracy Docket merch: https://store.democracydocket.com #MarcElias #politics #democracy #news

American democracy is under attack, and the courts are at the center of the fight. Rep. Jamie Raskin, Mary McCord, and Harvard’s Nikolas Bowie expose how Trump’s legal tactics and a partisan Supreme Court are undermining the Constitution, and what Congress, the courts, and citizens must do to defend it. Support independent journalism by becoming a Democracy Docket premium member: https://newsletters.democracydocket.com/member-youtube Stay up to date on the fight for democracy with our free newsletter: https://hubs.ly/Q03jcbrc0 Follow Democracy Docket: Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/democracydocket.com Instagram⁠: https://instagram.com/democracydocket Facebook⁠: https://facebook.com/democracydocket X/Twitter⁠: https://twitter.com/DemocracyDocket TikTok⁠: https://tiktok.com/@democracydocket Threads: https://www.threads.net/@democracydocket Shop Democracy Docket merch: https://store.democracydocket.com #MarcElias #politics #democracy #news