What are possible GOP legal challenges to a Harris presidential candidacy?

Jul. 22, 2024 Law

Now that Vice President Kamala Harris is the Democratic frontrunner in November's race against Donald Trump, Republicans have floated legal challenges to her candidacy and ability to tap into President Biden’s campaign war chest.

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Credits

Guest:

Jessica Levinson - Professor, LMU's Loyola Law School in Los Angeles - @LevinsonJessica

Host:

Madeleine Brand

Producers:

Sarah Sweeney, Angie Perrin, Amy Ta, Brian Hardzinski, Bennett Purser, Rebecca Haggerty, Nihar Patel, Zeke Reed, Jack Ross

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