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EPISODE · Dec 9, 2025 · 25 MIN

Ep. 27: Washington U.S. District Judge James Robart

from Approach The Bench · host Law360 - Legal News & Analysis

On this month's episode of Approach The Bench, a Law360 podcast hosted by feature reporter Cara Bayles, U.S. District Judge James Robart of the Western District of Washington discusses his experience as the target of President Donald Trump's tweets, which has gained more relevance as threats against judges continue to rise. He also discussed his advice for other judges presiding over high-profile cases, and his surprise that a temporary restraining order has become such a large part of his legacy.

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On this month's episode of Approach The Bench, a Law360 podcast hosted by feature reporter Cara Bayles, U.S. District Judge James Robart of the Western District of Washington discusses his experience as the target of President Donald Trump's tweets,...

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