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EPISODE · Feb 25, 2026 · 23 MIN

Protecting Judges and Judicial Independence (Part 1)

from The Rule of Law: The Academy Speaks · host International Academy of Trial Lawyers

In this episode, Joe speaks with retired federal judges Kathleen O’Malley and Liam O’Grady of Keep Our Republic’s Article III Coalition about judicial independence and its essential role in upholding the Rule of Law during periods of heightened political pressure. They discuss due process, public trust in the courts, and the implications of recent criticism directed at the Supreme Court for decisions grounded in established legal principles. Keep Our Republic’s Article III Coalition is a bipartisan group of more than 50 retired federal judges appointed by presidents of both parties, dedicated to defending judicial independence, the rule of law, and the separation of powers. Through civic education and public engagement, the Article III Coalition helps the public understand the judiciary’s essential role in preserving our constitutional republic. Learn more at keepourrepublic.org. 

They discuss due process, public trust in the courts, and the implications of recent criticism directed at the Supreme Court for decisions grounded in established legal principles.

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