Best 9th Circuit Podcasts (2025)

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9th Circuit overrules the appeal-extension rule: 30 Days Means 30 Days 31:51

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Appealing in the 9th Circuit? Your deadline is 30 days. Don’t let Rule 58’s “separate document” extension lead you astray. Appellate specialists Tim Kowal and Jeff Lewis also discuss ChatGPT 5 (a “market disruptor”), and sanctions strategies in federal court. Appeal Deadline Alert: The 9th Circuit in McNeil v. Guitare held that Rule 58's 150-day ex…

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Legal-tech guru Ernie Svenson on how attorneys should use AI 34:54

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Just a couple years ago when we talked with Ernie Svenson, the attorney who talks tech fluently, AI was not even a thing. Now in late 2025, it’s the only thing. Ernie joins Tim and Jeff to discuss the rapidly evolving landscape of AI in legal practice, why AI gives small firms an advantage, and how attorneys can safely leverage these tools without …

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10-8-2025 Illinois Circuit 19 Zoom Hearing from Heather Bendl’s Point of View (POV) 1:20:12

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This is my October 8th Hearing with Judge Jacquelyn D. Melius of Illinois Circuit 19 in Waukegan, Illinois. https://19thcircuitcourt.state.il.us/2081/Judge-Jacquelyn-D-Melius WHY was she so obsessed with getting me in that court house when Justin Serlick was not even appearing via Zoom? WHY WAS HE NOT THERE?! Google Drive Link to my Illinois Circui…

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Episode 21 October 9th, 2025 Weekly Update 1:23:46

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This is my weekly update on what has been happening in my Florida Circuit Seven and Illinois Circuit 19 Family Court Case and the Soap Opera that is my life with the Serlick Family. This week I discuss what has been happening with my case since Thursday, October 2nd, 2025. Google Drive Link to Illinois Circuit 19 Documents covered in this document:…

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Top 10 Criminal Law Cases and Myths | PART 6: Can we get evidence excluded from trial & case dismiss 12:31

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In Part 6 of our Top 10 Criminal Supreme Court Cases series, we break down the landmark case Mapp v. Ohio (1961) — the decision that applied the exclusionary rule to the states. This case is one of the most misunderstood in criminal law. How is Don King connected to this case? Was it really about obscenity? Did it create new rights for defendants? …

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Teaching Justices to Write: Cherise Bacalski 54:54

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By Tim Kowal & Jeff Lewis

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Episode 20 October 2nd, 2025 Weekly Update 1:09:08

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This is my weekly update on what has been happening in my Florida Circuit Seven and Illinois Circuit 19 Family Court Case and the Soap Opera that is my life with the Serlick Family. This week I discuss what has been happening with my case since Monday, September 15th, 2025. Google Drive Link to 7-17-2025 Illinois Circuit 19 Petition for Relief and …

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Live from the Religious Liberty Commission with Coach Joe Kennedy 10:38

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On Monday, the President’s Religious Liberty Commission (RLC) met for the third time, and First Liberty once again played a major role in the direction and content of the meeting. Commission members heard testimony from First Liberty attorney Keisha Russell and clients Coach Joe Kennedy and Connecticut schoolteacher Marisol Arroyo-Castro. Watch thi…

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6 Big Wins You Need to Know About 20:17

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When you fight to protect religious freedom, winning is critical. Thanks to God’s favor and your generous support, losing isn’t something we do. David Hacker, First Liberty’s Vice President of Legal Services, to fills you in on 6 recent wins and explain why each one is important.By First Liberty

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Top 10 Criminal Law Cases and Myths | PART 5: Can Police Search Your Car Without a Warrant? 14:07

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🚔 Can police search your car without a warrant? This episode of our Top 10 Criminal Law Cases and Myths series dives into the history of the “automobile exception” under the Fourth Amendment. In this video, we’ll cover: ✅ The facts behind the Supreme Court’s landmark decision during Prohibition ✅ Why cars are treated differently from homes under th…

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Pete Arnold’s Message to Justin Serlick from Episode 19 September 15th, 2025 0:52

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Justin Derrick Serlick of Daytona, Florida: You are CHOOSING this abuse to the children and I. Peter Arnold and Heather Bendl My Florida Case: https://www.clerk.org/ Heather L. Bendl (Petitioner) vs. Justin D. Serlick (Respondent) Case # 2023-31828 FMCI My Illinois Case: Heather L. Bendl (Petitioner) vs. Justin D. Serlick (Respondent) Case # 13 D 9…

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Top 10 Criminal Law Cases and Myths | PART 4: Stop-and-Frisk & the Fourth Amendment Explained 13:42

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Welcome to Part 4 of our series on the Top 10 Supreme Court Criminal Law Cases and the Myths Surrounding Them! In this episode, we break down Terry v. Ohio (1968) — the landmark case that created the legal foundation for stop-and-frisk. 🚔 What really happened in Terry v. Ohio? ⚖️ What did the Supreme Court actually hold? ❌ And what are the biggest …

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Episode 19 September 15th, 2025 Weekly Update and SPECIAL shout out to my daughter Ariana Serlick 1:02:17

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This is my weekly update on what has been happening in my Florida Circuit Seven and Illinois Circuit 19 Family Court Case and the Soap Opera that is my life with the Serlick Family. This week I discuss what has been happening with my case since Tuesday, September 2nd, 2025. To sign up for "Disrupt the Corrupt" and/or "Support Isn't Silent" Podcast …

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President Trump Says 'America Was Founded on Faith' -- Religious Liberty Commission 13:28

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President Donald Trump spoke at the second Religious Liberty Commission hearing in Washington, D.C. The commissioners, including First Liberty President and CEO Kelly Shackelford, also heard from First Liberty clients who shared their stories.By First Liberty

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Top 10 Criminal Law Cases and Myths | PART 3: Katz – The Case That Changed Privacy Forever. 13:57

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Think you know the story of Katz v. United States (1967)? Most people believe this landmark Supreme Court case gave everyone a guaranteed right to privacy—but that’s not the full truth. In this video, we break down the biggest myths and misunderstandings about Katz, from whether the Fourth Amendment protects all conversations, to what counts as a “…

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When Copy & Paste Gets Costly, & other recent cases 36:08

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Failing to cite your secondary sources in briefs is poor form. But is it plagiarism? Jeff and Tim debate. And when the Supreme Court The publishes a case, should it explain itself? PJ Gilbert and Tim say yes, Supreme Court and Jeff disagree. Also in this episode: Can copying from a CLE article really get you sanctioned? Kelly v. Tao suggests… maybe…

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Judges, Law School and America | Leading the Way 16:10

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We are witnessing the impact of the strong judicial appointments made during President Trump’s first term. First Liberty's precedent-setting Supreme Court wins for Coach Kennedy, Gerald Groff, school choice and the Bladensburg Peace Cross are a testimony to the importance of appointing originalist judges. Watch this conversation with Ilya Shapiro, …

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Top 10 Criminal Law Cases and Myths | PART 2: Gideon – Do You Really Get to Choose a Free Lawyer? 10:46

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Think you know the story of Gideon v. Wainwright (1963)? Most people believe this landmark Supreme Court case guaranteed everyone a free lawyer—but that’s not the full truth. In this video, we break down the biggest myths and misunderstandings about Gideon, from whether lawyers are really “free,” to the limits of the right to counsel, to what happe…

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Episode 18 September 2nd, 2025 Weekly Update 54:18

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This is my weekly update on what has been happening in my Florida Circuit Seven and Illinois Circuit 19 Family Court Case and the Soap Opera that is my life with the Serlick Family. This week I discuss what has been happening with my case since Monday, August 25th, 2025. To sign up for "Disrupt the Corrupt" and/or "Support Isn't Silent" Podcast ple…

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Leading the Way with Allie Beth Stuckey & Jonathan Skrmetti 11:54

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Watch this message from Allie Beth Stuckey on how showing love through truth allows people of faith to bring clarity to difficult situations. Also hear an important message from Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti about a critical victory at the Supreme Court protecting children from gender transitioning surgeries, treatments and procedure…

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Alaska Airline Flight Attendants: 9th Circuit Oral Argument UNCUT 54:43

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A few years ago, flight attendants Lacey and Marli were investigated, questioned and fired by Alaska Airlines for asking faith-based questions on an employee-only website about the company’s support of the Equality Act. That’s why we have asked the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals to fix this issue. Specifically, we asked the court to honor Lacey and M…

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Top 10 Criminal Law Cases and Myths | PART 1: Think You Know Your Miranda Rights? 11:14

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We’ve all heard it on TV: “You have the right to remain silent…” But most people misunderstand entirely what Miranda rights actually mean. In this video, I break down the Top Miranda Rights Myths that could cost you in the real world. 🚨 Learn the truth about: ~Do police always have to read Miranda at arrest? ~Does your case get thrown out if they d…

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Patrick Hagen’s legal writing tips for the LinkedIn masses 47:38

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Patrick Hagen is a man of the people—he still proudly uses Times New Roman! But he also has the ear of LinkedIn’s legal-writing elite, with over 36,000 followers as of August 2025. Patrick sits down with Jeff and Tim to share the source and method behind his viral legal-writing tips, how his judicial clerkships shaped his voice, how to hone good wr…

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Episode 17 August 25th, 2025 Weekly Update 56:17

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This is my weekly update on what has been happening in my Florida Circuit Seven and Illinois Circuit 19 Family Court Case and the Soap Opera that is my life with the Serlick Family. This week I discuss what has been happening with my case since Tuesday, August 12th, 2025. To sign up for "Disrupt the Corrupt" and/or "Support Isn't Silent" Podcast pl…

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Bonus Content - FB Live 8-22-2025 After Krystle Kulpak’s Hearing in Seminole County Court House Florida Circuit 18 3:47

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My Florida friend Krystle Kulpak, who has been attempting to Court Watch my hearings between Florida Circuit 7 and Illinois Circuit 19 since 2024, has asked everyone for Court Watchers in person and virtually for her hearing at 8:30am on Friday, August 22nd, 2025. Pete and I drove to 301 N Park Ave, Sanford, FL 32771 Seminole County Court House Flo…

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Headless PAGA Claims, with Monte Grix 42:15

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Unlike any other state, California effectively deputizes employees to act as “Private Attorney Generals” to sue employers for PAGA claims—both for themselves, and for their co-workers. But since the individual claims can get compelled to arbitration, employees started to file claims only on behalf of the “body” of co-workers, asserting no claim on …

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Can a Mental Health Diagnosis Years After a Crime Still Get You Out of Prison? Diversion PC 1001.36 10:43

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In this video, we break down the California Court of Appeal’s August 2025 decision in People v. Harlow, a case that redefines how courts handle mental health diversion under Penal Code § 1001.36. 🔎 What you’ll learn in this video: ~The story behind People v. Harlow and why the trial court denied diversion ~How the 2022 amendment to Penal Code 1001.…

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Should Students See the 10 Commandments at School? 19:25

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Do you agree every well-rounded student should at least know about America’s important founding documents? Starting this fall, Arkansas will require privately donated copies of the Ten Commandments to be displayed in public school classrooms. We went to Arkansas to talk to state lawmakers and others about this new law.…

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Can University of California Ban Undocumented Students From Campus Jobs? Discrimination or Adherence 7:54

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The California Court of Appeal just delivered a major decision in Muñoz v. Regents (Aug. 5, 2025) — ruling that the University of California’s policy banning undocumented students without federal work permits from campus jobs violates California law. In this video, I break down: ~What this case is about ~Why UC’s “risk management” defense failed ~H…

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Episode 16 August 12th, 2025 Weekly Update 1:27:00

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This is my weekly update on what has been happening in my Florida Circuit Seven and Illinois Circuit 19 Family Court Case and the Soap Opera that is my life with the Serlick Family. This week I discuss what has been happening with my case since Thursday, July 24th, 2025. Google Drive Link to Florida District 5 Court of Appeals and Illinois Circuit …

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Olivier Croft - Circuit Festival 2025 57:59

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Circuit Festival Barcelona9th - 17th August, 2025By Matinée Group

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What the Heck v. Humphrey? 15:04

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There’s nothing free about a free speech zone. Gabriel Olivier found that out the hard way. Gabriel, a strong believer in sharing his faith with others, routinely stood on a public sidewalk hoping to have peaceful conversations with others. But his city adopted an unconstitutional ordinance that prohibits religious speech on that public sidewalk. W…

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Raúl Mata - Circuit Festival 2025 58:35

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He Thought It Was His Cousin’s House. Was It Burglary? | People v. Hendrix (2022) 9:59

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Can an honest—but unreasonable—mistake erase criminal intent? In People v. Hendrix (2022), the California Supreme Court tackled this exact question after a man was convicted of burglary for walking into a home he thought belonged to his cousin. ⚖️ This video breaks down the Supreme Court’s ruling that a mistake of fact doesn’t have to be reasonable…

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Bonus Content - The Serlick Saga AI Short Story 8-3-2025 7:22

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The Serlick Saga Short Story My name is Heather Louise Bendl. I am from Round Lake Beach, Illinois. I am a mother of four. I am a domestic violence survivor. A Family Court and CPS Corruption Whistleblower and an advocate. This is my story. Justice for the Serlick Children Non-Profit Podcast is available on all platforms. Disclaimer: The narration …

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Finding Hope in a Negative World 18:59

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Watch Aaron Renn, author of “Life in a Negative World,” discuss the world we live in and how the young men of Gen Z are driving a resurgence of faith throughout our nation.By First Liberty

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Understanding the First Amendment in the Age of Rage 17:11

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Jonathan Turley, one of the most respected constitutional scholars in the country, discusses the importance of our First Amendment rights and why it’s critically important to the future of our nation to make sure they are protected for future generations.By First Liberty

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Nina Flowers - Circuit Festival 2025 1:01:01

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Juanse - Circuit Festival 2025 51:29

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Episode 15 July 23rd, 2025 Weekly Update 1:08:15

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This is my weekly update on what has been happening in my Florida Circuit Seven Family Court Case and the Soap Opera that is my life with the Serlick Family. This week I discuss what has been happening with my case since Monday, June 23rd, 2025. Google Drive Link to Florida Circuit 7 DIN 230-245: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1JRgeJ6fYZ0xnhnAIlxg…

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The John Eastman Disbarment Recommendation 45:54

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Summarizing the extraordinary events surrounding the 2020 election, the California State Bar Court’s review decision issued a decision in June 2025 recommending that President Trump’s election attorney, John Eastman, be disbarred. Tim and Jeff unpack. Was Eastman merely theorizing, or actively advocating for a constitutional end-run? What is the di…

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Fran Albuquerque - Circuit Festival 2025 1:01:43

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Expunged But Not Forgotten: How the Feds Use ‘Dismissed’ Charges Against You. Is PC 1203.4 worth it? 10:49

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In this video, attorney Anton Vialtsin breaks down the Ninth Circuit’s 2025 ruling in United States v. Robert Louis Carver — a major case on how California expungements under Penal Code §1203.4 are treated in federal court. Spoiler: they still count! If you thought your old convictions were wiped clean, this case might change your mind. Learn what …

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Abel - Circuit Festival 2025 1:00:02

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Celebrating 100 Years: The Bladensburg Peace Cross 8:44

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This week, the Bladensburg Peace Cross celebrated its 100th Anniversary. We were there to pay our respects to the fallen 49 World War I service members, their mothers, The American Legion and all of those who fought to keep it standing. Watch highlights from the ceremony and a special interview with First Liberty’s Roger Byron on the importance of …

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Anne Louise - Circuit Festival 2025 1:01:36

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CALP - Interview – Adam Feldman on SCOTUS Term Roundup 46:09

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SCOTUSblog contributor and EmpiricalSCOTUS analyst Adam Feldman joins us for a recap of the 2024–25 Supreme Court term. We dive into the end-of-term Stat Pack, ideological surprises, dissent patterns, and whether the Court is still a 6–3 conservative lock—or something more nuanced. We discuss: Headlines make an opinion a “blockbuster,” but what rea…

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Domingo y Marcelo - Circuit Festival 2025 1:00:41

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Tom Homan claims ICE officers 'don't need probable cause' to 'briefly detain' people. Is that true? 12:41

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🚨 USA v. Bejar-Guizar (2025) – Border Patrol Stop & 9th Circuit Immigration Ruling Explained 🚨 In this video, we break down the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals decision in United States v. Bejar-Guizar, a key 2025 immigration case involving a border patrol stop near San Diego, California. The court upheld the legality of the stop based on reasonable s…

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Enrico Meloni - Circuit Festival 2025 57:52

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