America On Trial with Josh Hammer

As Donald Trump prepares for his historic second term, America on Trial with Josh Hammer brings you breaking news and analysis on the biggest legal issues facing the nation. What will happen to President Trump’s legal cases? Will Joe Biden pardon his son before departing the White House? Can Trump pardon himself? America on Trial covers all the action every morning, helping you stay one step ahead of the media spin... Subscribe and listen to America on Trial with Josh Hammer wherever you download your favorite podcasts.America on Trial covers all the action every morning, helping you stay one step ahead of the media spin on decisions that will impact our nation for years to come.ABOUT THE HOST: Josh Hammer is the host of the brand-new First TV Podcast "America on Trial." - He's also Senior Editor-at-Large of Newsweek, where he hosts "The Josh Hammer Show" podcast and a syndicated radio program. A frequent pundit and essayist on political, legal and cultural issues, Josh is also a research fellow with the Edmund Burke Foundation, a fellow with the Palm Beach Freedom Institute and counsel and policy advisor for the Internet Accountability Project.

Recent Episodes
  • BONUS CONTENT: Government Bureaucracy & The Bible
    Apr 12, 2025 – 13:25
  • March 31st, 2025: DC Circuit Panel Rules in Favor of the Unitary Executive
    Mar 31, 2025 – 16:32
  • March 28th, 2025: The Fate of TikTok and the ‘Ghost Gun’ Debate at SCOTUS
    Mar 28, 2025 – 15:20
  • March 27th, 2025: Judge Boasberg’s Ludicrous TRO Upheld by DC Circuit
    Mar 27, 2025 – 15:59
  • March 26th, 2025: What Is the Deal With 'Signalgate?'
    Mar 26, 2025 – 20:30
  • March 25th, 2025: Boasberg Doubles Down While Trump Argues at the DC Circuit
    Mar 25, 2025 – 24:13
  • March 24th, 2025: Leftists Freak Out Over Trump’s New White House Legal Memo
    Mar 24, 2025 – 23:22
  • March 21st, 2025: YUGE: Trump Strikes Massive Blow Against Department of Education
    Mar 21, 2025 – 23:13
  • March 20th, 2025: Trump Versus Boasberg: Where Things Stand
    Mar 20, 2025 – 20:07
  • March 19th, 2025: Chief Justice John Roberts Is WILDLY Out of Line With His New Trump Criticism
    Mar 19, 2025 – 20:35
  • March 18th, 2025: What Is the Alien Enemies Act? Plus, Josh Hammer’s Book Is Out Today!
    Mar 18, 2025 – 22:17
  • BONUS CONTENT: Trump Orders DEVASTATING Strikes On Iranian-Backed Houthis
    Mar 17, 2025 – 13:23
  • March 17th, 2025: The Showdown Is Here! Trump Fights Back Against the Judicial Insurrection.
    Mar 17, 2025 – 23:53
  • March 14th, 2025: Birthright Citizenship Finally Makes It to SCOTUS!
    Mar 14, 2025 – 21:00
  • March 13th, 2025: Linda McMahon Is on the Education Department Warpath
    Mar 13, 2025 – 21:42
  • March 12th, 2025: Mahmoud Khalil and the Leftist-Jihadist Assault on American Sovereignty
    Mar 12, 2025 – 22:35
  • March 11th, 2025: The Law Is on Trump’s Side: Deport the Campus Jihadis!
    Mar 11, 2025 – 23:36
  • March 10th, 2025: Take That, Google! Trump DOJ Doubles Down on Key Big Tech Fight.
    Mar 10, 2025 – 21:58
  • March, 7th, 2025: Hampton Dellinger, Gwynne Wilcox, and the Fight for Executive Branch Integrity
    Mar 7, 2025 – 23:43
  • BONUS: Trump Gets BETRAYED By Top Appointee
    Mar 6, 2025 – 11:51
  • March 6th, 2025: Another Setback at SCOTUS: What Is Amy Coney Barrett’s Deal?
    Mar 6, 2025 – 25:34
  • March 5th, 2025: Trump Must Not Let Leftist Groups Like ABA Derail His Judicial Nominations
    Mar 5, 2025 – 23:15
  • March 4th, 2025: What the Heck Is Going On With the Epstein Files?
    Mar 4, 2025 – 26:11
  • March 3rd, 2025: SCOTUS Must Affirm Executive Authority and Swat Down Hampton Dellinger
    Mar 3, 2025 – 24:42
  • February 28th, 2025: SCOTUS Finally Begins To Stop the Lower-Court Judicial Insurrection
    Feb 28, 2025 – 22:25
  • February 27th, 2025: How Trump Can Make the Best Possible SCOTUS Picks This Term
    Feb 27, 2025 – 25:23
  • February 26th, 2025: A Busy SCOTUS and the Continued Lower-Court Anarchy
    Feb 26, 2025 – 20:06
  • February 25th, 2025: The Kash Patel-Dan Bongino FBI
    Feb 25, 2025 – 20:01
  • February 24th, 2025: SCOTUS Punts on a Major Executive Power Challenge
    Feb 24, 2025 – 23:43
  • February 21st, 2025: Birthright Citizenship Appears Headed to SCOTUS
    Feb 21, 2025 – 20:28
  • February 20th, 2025: Is Today the Big Day for Kash Patel?
    Feb 20, 2025 – 18:14
  • February 19th, 2025: What Exactly Is DOGE?
    Feb 19, 2025 – 18:39
  • February 18th, 2025: The New Trump Administration Prepares for Its First SCOTUS Showdown
    Feb 18, 2025 – 21:35
  • February 17th, 2025: What’s Going On With Eric Adams and the Prosecutor Resignations?
    Feb 17, 2025 – 23:39
  • February 14th, 2025: We Need All Hands on Deck To Stop the Judicial Insurrection
    Feb 14, 2025 – 22:09
  • February 13th, 2025: Make Judicial Impeachment Great Again
    Feb 13, 2025 – 21:56
  • February 12th, 2025: The Real ‘Constitutional Crisis’ Is Coming From the Judicial #Resistance
    Feb 12, 2025 – 19:20
  • February 11th, 2025: Rhode Island Judge Threatens Trump Admin With Criminal CONTEMPT
    Feb 11, 2025 – 26:17
  • February 10th, 2025: Judges Gone Wild! Robed Tyrants Seek To Thwart MAGA Agenda.
    Feb 10, 2025 – 23:25
  • February 7th, 2025: Not Tired of WINNING: Trump Bans Men in Women’s Sports
    Feb 7, 2025 – 24:09
  • February 6th, 2025: The Left-Wing Judicial ‘Resistance’ Is Back With a Vengeance
    Feb 6, 2025 – 24:27
  • BONUS CONTENT: Will U.S. Really Take Over The Gaza Strip?
    Feb 5, 2025 – 15:20
  • February 5th, 2025: AT LONG LAST: Trump Moves to End U.S. Department of Education
    Feb 5, 2025 – 22:48
  • February 4th, 2025: MORE WINNING: Bye-Bye, USAID!
    Feb 4, 2025 – 23:56
  • February 3rd, 2025: Immigration Standoff in Florida: Who Will Blink First?
    Feb 3, 2025 – 23:10
  • January 31st, 2025: The State of Play for Trump’s Most ‘Controversial’ Cabinet Picks
    Jan 31, 2025 – 22:57
  • January 30th, 2025: A Big Day in Washington: Impoundment, RFK Jr., Bondi, and the Laken Riley Act
    Jan 30, 2025 – 24:45
  • January 29th, 2025: The Presidential Impoundment Debate Is Back!
    Jan 29, 2025 – 22:31
  • January 28th, 2025: It’s Time for Justice at the Justice Department
    Jan 28, 2025 – 25:34
  • January 27th, 2025: Where Do Trump’s Cabinet Picks Now Stand?
    Jan 27, 2025 – 22:47
Recent Reviews
  • SCADA_Guy
    Where is Josh Hammer?
    Still no podcast posted in April. I found a reference to a Josh interview in Australia, and another in the UK. Where’s Josh?
  • MerkJill890!
    Around the Horn
    Josh. I LOVE the around the horn segment. It’s my favorite since it gives a quick update on many current legal issues. I’m sad it’s discontinued!!
  • nutery
    Great Show
    A short, concise and well done explanation of current event as it pertains to current happenings around the US.
  • Gcarr1970
    Well done
    Absolutely clear and to the point opinions backed by actual facts. Thank you for your work
  • Pamela7644
    Informative
    Love your podcast. Just the facts. 😊
  • TxAggie69
    Great on Legal BUT…
    Josh is.superb on legal matters but why the daily travel log on his appearances? I mean, really, it does not affect our lives if he attends a debate.
  • Ajobean
    Really!?!?!?
    Your Mileage May Vary on how many times you HAVE to listen to Josh saying Your Mileage May Vary. I’m an adult and glad “super” was short lived. Just speak without cliches. Please and thank you.
  • listener ces
    Listener ces
    Do you think the Dems and Judge Juan Merchan have planned to sentence Pres. Trump before the inauguration to sabotage him by claiming it is illegitimate to have a convicted criminal president? That’s what I think. The Dems are so underhanded and devious.
  • dennis.karpf
    Dennis Karpf
    Plain spoken, conservative legal analysis both incisive and comprehensive of public policy decisions. Among the best legal podcasts available.
  • MrsSgtMick363
    Never a Waste
    Never a Waste of time. I added Mr. Hammer to regular viewing of many of The Blaze shows and Dan Bongino live every day. Rounds out truthful assessment of the most important information. World view and God held up. We need more lawyers, attorneys holding the Constitution up.
  • WYSIWYG**********
    Josh Hammer is a great patriot!
    Thank you for bringing important news to us every day! We stand with you even if a few brainwashed students do not. Keep up the good work!
  • Grannygoats
    Steve Bannon
    Cudos to SB, because I saw you on his show I’ve added your podcast to my favorites…so informative
  • StarringFishy
    CAN YOU MAKE YOUR ADS LOUDER?
    I LOVE IT WHEN ADS ARE 40% LOUDER THAN THE PODCAST ITSELF. “HEY EVERYONE ITS JOSH HAMMER”
  • MyAmerica10
    And please stop giving your segments titles….
    I listen everyday for courtroom news and legal opinions. There is nothing in your podcast that fits the description “Around The Horn”. Shambolic. The new word of the day? Not sure it really fits the Trump trial situation. An actual sham, yes. A farce, yes. An attack on the Constitution and the American justice system, definitely yes. But shambolic, not so much.
  • Fonsecafer
    Logic
    When a lot of public opinion is just sad and stupid dumb etc , is nice to hear people that still make sense,just and intelligent, keep up the good work.
  • DGDeckard
    Overcharged
    Thanks for the great coverage of SCOTUS and politically charged cases against Donald Trump. Now I have a question, regarding the lawfare that has become a feature of our justice and political systems… When Donald Trump is convicted of just one felony, how will that affect the General Election ballots? Will Trump remain on any of them? Senator Ted Cruz has said that all 50 States will likely remove Donald Trump’s name from the ballot in response to his becoming a felon. Then Trump only recourse will be to mount an epic right-in campaign.
  • AlanAndersen
    Clear, crisp and concise take on various legal/political matters
    Thank you for the focus, energy and effort, Josh.
  • pmapage
    TikTok ban
    Josh, I did leave five stars because I always listen and enjoy your podcast. Today, for the first time, I might disagree with you on an issue. Perhaps you could readdress this and explain further at some point. I am a staunch supporter of President Trump, but that has no bearing on my take about this bill. I don't and never have been a user of TikTok and neither does my only remaining teenager. I certainly do agree with the fact that it is not an issue of free speech. Here is my issue. It is only plugging a hole. There already are, and probably will be again, apps that are connected with the CCP which are available in the United States. Also, there already are, and probably will be again, apps that poorly influence our children. I feel that singling out TikTok is not enough, does not entirely address the issue, and - by not doing so - sets a bad precedent for future lawmaking. Social media users need to meet age requirements, and app data collection altogether needs to stop. I don't care if that means they're no longer free of charge. If they're not free, perhaps kids will use them less and adults will reevaluate their need for them. I don't want or need an app to anticipate my thoughts or what I want to peruse. The app industry has gotten way out of hand. I do not believe this bill will accomplish the desired outcome at all.
  • Milly35
    Great!
    I look forward to hearing Josh’s thoughts daily
  • tee_jag
    Excellent Analysis
    Thank you, Josh, for helping to make sense of the legal battles taking place in the US, for both H Biden and Pres Trump. Appreciate your thorough analysis and impartial views of the cases.
  • PennyLane56
    First Time Listener
    So glad I heard you on Megan Kelly’s show. Enjoying your opinions on complex legal issues. Will continue to listen!!
  • B. Wehadababyitsaboy
    En banc
    The full panel
  • copvars
    Knowledge inducing
    This show is not fluff. It tells the truth. I heard Josh Hammer on the Steve Deace show. Smart guy. When I heard he was starting this podcast, I had to listen. It quickly became my first listen each day. I get an honest read before listening to the more opinion-based shows. I use it like an appendix, or a glossary for the other shows. Great listen! 5 stars, because 6 is against the rules.
  • Bodhiwa
    Very informative
    Enjoy his style and depth of information
  • WHS67
    All Episodes
    So informative. Simple. Legal speak is so convoluted and you break it all down fairly. Love this cast. Heard you with Bill O'Reilly was so intrigued I immediately took up your cast. You have not disappointed. Well done.
  • THE SGT TRUE
    Brilliant
    Much needed and brilliant.
  • Legal Al
    Some of the “outrage” is ???
    My background is that I was a prosecutor for 30 years of my 48 year legal career; 5 years as a city prosecutor; 3 years as a County Prosecutor (overlapped with my time as an Assistant D.A); 10 years as an Assistant District Attorney; and 15 years as an Assistant U.S. Attorney. So I have a few comments about the podcast on 2/15/24. I have never voted for a Democrat for national office, particularly never for President. I contributed to Trump’s last two campaigns and expect to do so again. That said… The fact that Alvin Bragg communicated with federal officials about the time his case goes to trial is not unusual. Both as a state prosecutor, and as a federal prosecutor, I would communicate with prosecutors in other jurisdictions to coordinate trials. I don’t see any reason to criticize him for that. Likewise, information was shared by our office when possible(sometimes it could not be shared because of court order or being grand jury testimony). Also, with respect the affair involving the DA in Georgia and her “Special” Assistant DA, they should remove themselves from the case immediately. If not, IF there is someone vested with the power to remove them (such as the Attorney General or the Chief Justice of the Georgia Supreme Court), they should act immediately. Their presence taints the case. But the case should stand or fall on its own. I believe you are correct in thinking that the case would not likely be tried by the time of this year’s election. I listen to your show daily, and I encourage others to do so. There is no other podcast that does the work you do.
  • Rx192A1
    Excellent Source of Info
    I’m not a lawyer, and therefore I would not normally have information such as presented in this podcast available to me. The fact that it’s all there, up-to-date, and presented in a manner that I can understand not being a lawyer is very valuable. I highly recommend this podcast.
  • SP35907
    Love the Deep Legal Dive
    I’m a junkie with all things law and Constitution. Great explanations and explanations of what is actually happening inside the court room. Highly recommend
  • Clyde Taurus
    Put this show in your podcast queue NOW
    Hammer is the next generation’s Rush Limbaugh on legal issues. Do yourself a favor and subscribe now.
  • NHS 84
    Insightful and Very Well Done!
    I am an Article III Federal Judge. I struggle to find podcasts, or even media accounts, that are fact-based, truth-adherent, and educational. This podcast is extremely well done. I look forward to each episode. Keep up the good work!
  • USN, retired
    91HarleyFX🏴‍☠️🇺🇸🏴‍☠️
    🤬😖🤨 F(76!#£?!!🤬 Very good show. Thank you fo the clarity. 🏴‍☠️🗽🏴‍☠️ Had a good comment all finished ready to send, when stoopidfone dumped me out of podcast mode. 🇺🇸🏴‍☠️🗽🏴‍☠️🇺🇸 Will be back later with an edit after listening to all the “episode #9s”… 🤔😝😎 🦅 🏴‍☠️🇺🇸🗽🇺🇸🏴‍☠️
  • Aunt Be
    2 week listener
    Been listening for yur first 2 weeks..as a lay person but devour all things legal you have been just what I want! Thanks for yur efforts!
  • BGH1973
    A Great Daily Summary
    Not too short and not too long, this podcast sums up relevant legal issues in the country and goes a little in depth with one without taking up your whole day. Well done.
  • 5 by 5 by 5
    Great Analysis
    Very helpful for keeping up with the Trump
  • hburns16
    Worth Every Second Of Your Time
    I first caught this on the PDB podcast and was instantly hooked. Josh gives great coverage to a fascinating range of topics. He makes this complex & arcane topic accessible to average (non-lawyerly) folks, while still giving you the nuance you need to understand the arguments being made.
  • StanHaines
    Wow!
    I am not a lawyer. You make this so clear.
  • CindyMik
    Great Insights
    Listened for the first time. It’s all I need are just the facts! Thanks.. I’m a fan
  • Herlickson PGA
    Concise and informative
    This podcast fits a lot of pertinent information in a short window of time. Good listen without getting too deep into the weeds of the legal system.
  • Luv-101
    Great review!
    Love this concise overview of current legal issues. He breaks it down so we can all understand.
  • Crusher Mike
    Very Concise Synopsis
    Mr. Hammer are providing a very nice summary for a variety of current topics, in the news. Bill O’Rielly was correct…It is a Great Listen!
  • Gnm98
    Analysis & Opinion Well Done
    Great show. Done in a manner understandable to anyone.
  • Nugg123
    JUST BE YOU
    Don’t worry about finding a guest to give a supposed counter point. If I want any counter point to reason I can listen to any of the alphabet media including FOX. There is enough ignorance available. So DO NOT bother with any counter point.
  • Insearchof#
    Been looking for a show like this…
    I like what you’re doing, but I would like to see you have on a qualified guest offering a counter viewpoint. Needs to be someone who can support their position legally rather than emotionally. Maybe someone like Alan Dershowich.
  • iesus1
    Good job!
    Glad I was listening to your interview with Steve Deace. You now have a new listener. Praise the Lord !
  • 1951Blue
    A must listen.
    This Podcast is a diamond to listen to daily with where we are in this Great Country of ours. Unfortunately, there are WAY too many that do not have a clue as to what he is talking about.
  • bobbyswen
    Another trump sycophant
    Looking for smart legal analysis? This ain’t it. He’s all opinion with very, very little to back it up. Listening to this guy is like watching NEWSMAX.
  • TexasIceMan
    Josh Hammer is a rock star!
    Josh always brings the truth!
  • Arbel55
    Digestible and sweet
    Great way to catch up on the latest news in a thorough and digestible way. Adding this to my new routine while drinking my morning coffee! Josh is extremely knowledgeable.
  • Bob Tehachapi, CA
    Thank you.
    Introduced to you through Steve Dave show awhile back. Your analysis is spot on.
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