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What’s on Judges’ Minds, with Jimmy Azadian: From Threats to Judges to the ‘Turn It Down’ Law
Manage episode 517867836 series 3344448
Jimmy Azadian is often in the room when federal judges get together to share their personal concerns about the job. When judges are asked to come speak to a group, Jimmy reports that top of mind are the recent threats to judges and the courts—whether from armed vigilantes, protesters, students, or senators.
Jimmy, Tim, and Jeff then turn to some recent SCOTUS and 9th Circuit trends:
- Standing Doctrine Evolution: Courts are scrutinizing what constitutes concrete injury, particularly since Justices Gorsuch and Barrett joined the Supreme Court, with increased scrutiny of statutory damages and class action requirements.
- Birthright Citizenship Battle: In Washington v. Trump, the 9th Circuit held that the 2025 executive order attempting to end birthright citizenship was unconstitutional. But Judge Bumatay's partial dissent questioned states' standing, based on “fiscal” concerns, as too tenuous.
- Anti-SLAPP Shake-up: The en banc 9th Circuit in Gopher Media unanimously held that denials of California anti-SLAPP motions in federal court are no longer immediately appealable, reversing 22-23 years of precedent and potentially driving forum shopping.
- California Laws Preview: New 2026 laws include immigration enforcement limits at schools, required social media account deletion options, restrictions on facial coverings for immigration agents, direct Cal State University admission standards, and regulation of commercial audio volume.
Tune in for essential perspectives on judicial independence, constitutional interpretation, and strategic considerations that could impact your federal practice in the coming year.
Chapters
1. Introduction to the Podcast and Guests (00:00:00)
2. The Mood of the Federal Judiciary (00:01:58)
3. Judicial Independence and Safety Concerns (00:07:55)
4. Executive Orders and Litigation Trends (00:12:04)
5. Standing and Its Implications in Court (00:17:44)
6. Recent Developments in Anti-SLAPP Law (00:25:41)
7. Upcoming Laws in California for 2026 (00:39:48)
188 episodes
Manage episode 517867836 series 3344448
Jimmy Azadian is often in the room when federal judges get together to share their personal concerns about the job. When judges are asked to come speak to a group, Jimmy reports that top of mind are the recent threats to judges and the courts—whether from armed vigilantes, protesters, students, or senators.
Jimmy, Tim, and Jeff then turn to some recent SCOTUS and 9th Circuit trends:
- Standing Doctrine Evolution: Courts are scrutinizing what constitutes concrete injury, particularly since Justices Gorsuch and Barrett joined the Supreme Court, with increased scrutiny of statutory damages and class action requirements.
- Birthright Citizenship Battle: In Washington v. Trump, the 9th Circuit held that the 2025 executive order attempting to end birthright citizenship was unconstitutional. But Judge Bumatay's partial dissent questioned states' standing, based on “fiscal” concerns, as too tenuous.
- Anti-SLAPP Shake-up: The en banc 9th Circuit in Gopher Media unanimously held that denials of California anti-SLAPP motions in federal court are no longer immediately appealable, reversing 22-23 years of precedent and potentially driving forum shopping.
- California Laws Preview: New 2026 laws include immigration enforcement limits at schools, required social media account deletion options, restrictions on facial coverings for immigration agents, direct Cal State University admission standards, and regulation of commercial audio volume.
Tune in for essential perspectives on judicial independence, constitutional interpretation, and strategic considerations that could impact your federal practice in the coming year.
Chapters
1. Introduction to the Podcast and Guests (00:00:00)
2. The Mood of the Federal Judiciary (00:01:58)
3. Judicial Independence and Safety Concerns (00:07:55)
4. Executive Orders and Litigation Trends (00:12:04)
5. Standing and Its Implications in Court (00:17:44)
6. Recent Developments in Anti-SLAPP Law (00:25:41)
7. Upcoming Laws in California for 2026 (00:39:48)
188 episodes
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