# Obstruction on The No Agenda Show

Obstruction comes up in 36 chapters across 34 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from November 2008 to June 2024.

- **Chapters:** 36
- **Episodes:** 34
- **Discussed:** November 2008 – June 2024
- **Related topics:** [Donald Trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [James Comey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-comey.md), [Department Of Justice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/department-of-justice.md), [Fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [Msnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/msnbc.md), [Michael Flynn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/michael-flynn.md), [Mueller Report](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mueller-report.md), [Robert Mueller](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/robert-mueller.md), [2020 Election](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/2020-election.md), [Abuse Of Power](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/abuse-of-power.md)

## Chapters 1–20 of 36

### Fischer v. United States, DOJ Obstruction Charges

- **Episode:** [1673: Mummy and the Dummy](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1673-mummy-and-the-dummy.md)
- **Published:** 2024-06-30
- **Time:** 1:31:37–1:36:13
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1673-mummy-and-the-dummy/chapter/fischer-v-united-states-doj-obstruction-charges.md

Legal analyst Jonathan Turley discussed the Supreme Court's ruling in Fischer v. United States, which found the DOJ improperly applied an Enron-era obstruction statute to January 6th rioters. This decision significantly impacts the federal case brought by Special Counsel Jack Smith against Donald Trump. Hundreds of defendants may now face re-sentencing or have their convictions overturned due to the court's interpretation of the law.

Keywords: fischer v united states, [jack smith](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jack-smith.md), [obstruction of justice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/obstruction-of-justice.md), [jonathan turley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jonathan-turley.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md)

### Ozempic Risks, Lisa Marie Presley Autopsy, Hollywood Diet Trends

- **Episode:** [1576: Disease X](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1576-disease-x.md)
- **Published:** 2023-07-27
- **Time:** 1:08:22–1:11:41
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1576-disease-x/chapter/ozempic-risks-lisa-marie-presley-autopsy-hollywood-diet-trends.md

Dr. Terry Dubrow has raised alarms regarding the use of Ozempic and other semaglutide drugs, linking them to severe intestinal obstructions and pancreatitis. The autopsy of Lisa Marie Presley revealed she died from a small bowel obstruction related to previous bariatric surgery, a condition that may have been exacerbated by weight-loss medication. The rapid mass-market rollout of these drugs through Hollywood influencers is criticized as a dangerous "life-and-death test market."

Keywords: [ozempic](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ozempic.md), [semaglutide](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/semaglutide.md), lisa marie presley, [bariatric surgery](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bariatric-surgery.md), intestinal obstruction, terry dubrow

### Legal Analysis of Potential Trump Indictment

- **Episode:** [1483: Jacked Up Joe](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1483-jacked-up-joe.md)
- **Published:** 2022-09-04
- **Time:** 45:11–49:00
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1483-jacked-up-joe/chapter/legal-analysis-of-potential-trump-indictment.md

Legal analyst Sarah Azari discussed the possibility of the Department of Justice indicting Donald Trump on charges related to the Espionage Act and obstruction of justice. Azari argued that Attorney General Merrick Garland must prove every element of the offenses beyond a reasonable doubt. She suggested that Trump's own public statements on Truth Social might be incriminating him by placing him at the "crime scene" of the document handling.

Keywords: sarah azari, [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [merrick garland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/merrick-garland.md), [espionage act](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/espionage-act.md), [obstruction of justice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/obstruction-of-justice.md)

### Mar-a-Lago Raid, Obstruction of Justice Charges

- **Episode:** [1478: Flexitarianism](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1478-flexitarianism.md)
- **Published:** 2022-08-18
- **Time:** 1:56:38–2:01:31
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1478-flexitarianism/chapter/mar-a-lago-raid-obstruction-of-justice-charges.md

Legal analysts suggest that Donald Trump faces more significant peril from "obstruction of justice" charges than from the Espionage Act following the Mar-a-Lago search. Media figures like Sean Hannity have criticized the FBI, while the "Pod Save America" hosts mocked the situation, specifically focusing on rumors regarding documents about French President Emmanuel Macron.

Keywords: [mar-a-lago](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mar-a-lago.md), [fbi raid](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi-raid.md), [obstruction of justice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/obstruction-of-justice.md), [espionage act](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/espionage-act.md), [sean hannity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sean-hannity.md)

### Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Novel Legal Strategy for Jan 6

- **Episode:** [1414: Coof Croup](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1414-coof-croup.md)
- **Published:** 2022-01-09
- **Time:** 2:23:27–2:25:52
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1414-coof-croup/chapter/sarbanes-oxley-act-novel-legal-strategy-for-jan-6.md

Prosecutors are using a novel legal argument to charge January 6th defendants with "corruptly obstructing an official proceeding," a law originally passed as part of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act following the Enron scandal. While the law was intended for financial document destruction, judges in D.C. have so far allowed it to apply to the certification of the election. This charge carries a maximum 20-year prison sentence.

Keywords: [sarbanes-oxley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sarbanes-oxley.md), [enron](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/enron.md), [obstruction](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/obstruction.md), 18 usc 1512, [lawfare](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lawfare.md)

### Anti-Trump Bromides, Media Rhetoric Medley

- **Episode:** [1212: Five Bidens](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1212-five-bidens.md)
- **Published:** 2020-02-02
- **Time:** 7:00–9:31
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1212-five-bidens/chapter/anti-trump-bromides-media-rhetoric-medley.md

A compilation of media clips and political statements highlights the repetitive use of terms like "abuse of power" and "obstruction of justice" regarding Donald Trump. The term "bromide" is defined as a trite remark intended to soothe, applied here to the consistent messaging from the political left.

Keywords: [media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media.md), bromides, [abuse of power](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/abuse-of-power.md), [obstruction of justice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/obstruction-of-justice.md), [rhetoric](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rhetoric.md)

### Executive Privilege, Congressional Oversight and Nixon Precedent

- **Episode:** [1210: Pain of Imprisonment](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1210-pain-of-imprisonment.md)
- **Published:** 2020-01-26
- **Time:** 12:04–17:17
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1210-pain-of-imprisonment/chapter/executive-privilege-congressional-oversight-and-nixon-precedent.md

The legal battle over executive privilege and congressional oversight is examined through the lens of the United States v. Nixon Supreme Court case. The discussion posits that both the President's right to confidential communications and Congress's right to oversight are derived from the doctrine of separation of powers. The obstruction of Congress article is framed as a constitutional dispute over these competing, yet equal, branches of government.

Keywords: [executive privilege](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/executive-privilege.md), [supreme court](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/supreme-court.md), [richard nixon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/richard-nixon.md), obstruction of congress, [separation of powers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/separation-of-powers.md)

### Jim Sensenbrenner Critique of Impeachment Articles

- **Episode:** [1200: Hell Mouth](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1200-hell-mouth.md)
- **Published:** 2019-12-20
- **Time:** 26:29–30:34
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1200-hell-mouth/chapter/jim-sensenbrenner-critique-of-impeachment-articles.md

Representative Jim Sensenbrenner argues against the two articles of impeachment, characterizing "abuse of power" as a subjective charge and "obstruction of Congress" as a rush job that ignores the role of the judiciary. He claims the proceedings are a partisan attempt to influence the 2020 election.

Keywords: [jim sensenbrenner](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jim-sensenbrenner.md), [abuse of power](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/abuse-of-power.md), obstruction of congress, [supreme court](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/supreme-court.md), [2020 election](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/2020-election.md)

### Nancy Pelosi Court Obstruction Claims, Jayapal Interview

- **Episode:** [1193: Blafrican](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1193-blafrican.md)
- **Published:** 2019-11-28
- **Time:** 30:11–34:20
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1193-blafrican/chapter/nancy-pelosi-court-obstruction-claims-jayapal-interview.md

Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Representative Pramila Jayapal argue that the Trump administration's use of the court system to delay subpoenas constitutes obstruction of Congress. The hosts mock the logic that seeking judicial review is a criminal act. They also highlight a "laugh tell" in Jayapal's speech that they believe indicates deceptive rhetoric.

Keywords: [nancy pelosi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nancy-pelosi.md), [pramila jayapal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pramila-jayapal.md), [obstruction of justice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/obstruction-of-justice.md), court system, [john brennan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-brennan.md)

### Donald Trump, Obstruction of Justice Narrative

- **Episode:** [1159: Showly](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1159-showly.md)
- **Published:** 2019-08-01
- **Time:** 22:05–24:36
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1159-showly/chapter/donald-trump-obstruction-of-justice-narrative.md

The narrative surrounding Donald Trump and potential obstruction of justice charges is examined following the Mueller hearings. Critics argue that the media is pushing a theory that Trump would be indicted if he were a private citizen, a point Mueller clarified was constrained by Office of Legal Counsel guidelines. The discussion suggests these legal arguments are being used primarily as a vote-getting technique for the 2020 election.

Keywords: [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [robert mueller](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/robert-mueller.md), [ted lieu](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ted-lieu.md), [obstruction of justice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/obstruction-of-justice.md), [2020 election](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/2020-election.md), [legal counsel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/legal-counsel.md)

### Ted Lieu, OLC Opinion Retraction

- **Episode:** [1158: Taking a Mueller](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1158-taking-a-mueller.md)
- **Published:** 2019-07-28
- **Time:** 18:24–22:26
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1158-taking-a-mueller/chapter/ted-lieu-olc-opinion-retraction.md

Representative Ted Lieu attempted to lead Robert Mueller into admitting that the only reason Donald Trump was not indicted was due to the Office of Legal Counsel (OLC) opinion prohibiting the indictment of a sitting president. While Mueller initially agreed with Lieu's framing, he later issued a formal retraction during the afternoon session. Mueller clarified that the team did not reach a determination on whether a crime was committed, rather than being solely blocked by the OLC guideline.

Keywords: [ted lieu](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ted-lieu.md), olc, [obstruction of justice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/obstruction-of-justice.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [house judiciary committee](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/house-judiciary-committee.md)

### Alan Dershowitz vs. Napolitano on Obstruction

- **Episode:** [1136: Spy Slut](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1136-spy-slut.md)
- **Published:** 2019-05-12
- **Time:** 1:51:13–1:56:11
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1136-spy-slut/chapter/alan-dershowitz-vs-napolitano-on-obstruction.md

Alan Dershowitz disputes Judge Napolitano's claims that President Trump obstructed justice. Dershowitz argues that actions taken within a president's Article 2 constitutional authority, such as firing an FBI director or requesting letters be written, cannot legally constitute obstruction unless they involve clearly illegal acts like destroying evidence.

Keywords: [alan dershowitz](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/alan-dershowitz.md), [andrew napolitano](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/andrew-napolitano.md), [obstruction of justice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/obstruction-of-justice.md), [article 2](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/article-2.md), [mueller report](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mueller-report.md)

### Andrew Napolitano's Shift on Trump Obstruction

- **Episode:** [1133: No Apology](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1133-no-apology.md)
- **Published:** 2019-05-02
- **Time:** 1:18:24–1:22:57
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1133-no-apology/chapter/andrew-napolitano-s-shift-on-trump-obstruction.md

Judge Andrew Napolitano, previously a Trump supporter on Fox News, declares that the President's actions described in the Mueller report constitute "criminal" and "condemnable" obstruction of justice. Trump responds via Twitter, claiming Napolitano turned hostile after being denied a Supreme Court appointment.

Keywords: [andrew napolitano](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/andrew-napolitano.md), [fox news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fox-news.md), [obstruction of justice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/obstruction-of-justice.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [robert mueller](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/robert-mueller.md)

### Hillary Clinton, Mueller Report Obstruction Claims

- **Episode:** [1132: False meme-ification](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1132-false-meme-ification.md)
- **Published:** 2019-04-26
- **Time:** 12:10–15:21
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1132-false-meme-ification/chapter/hillary-clinton-mueller-report-obstruction-claims.md

Hillary Clinton appeared at a Time Magazine event to discuss the findings of the Mueller report regarding obstruction of justice. Clinton asserted that any person other than a sitting president would have been indicted based on the evidence presented in the report.

Keywords: [hillary clinton](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hillary-clinton.md), [mueller report](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mueller-report.md), [obstruction of justice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/obstruction-of-justice.md), [bill barr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-barr.md), time 100

### Mueller Report Volume Two, Obstruction of Justice Claims

- **Episode:** [1131: CHUD](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1131-chud.md)
- **Published:** 2019-04-25
- **Time:** 7:21–13:03
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1131-chud/chapter/mueller-report-volume-two-obstruction-of-justice-claims.md

The release of the Mueller Report's second volume focuses on allegations of obstruction of justice by President Donald Trump. Mainstream media outlets claim the report validates their prior reporting, while critics argue the evidence consists primarily of hearsay and unexecuted orders. Trump's decision to avoid using email is noted as a significant factor in the lack of a paper trail.

Keywords: [mueller report](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mueller-report.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [obstruction of justice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/obstruction-of-justice.md), [don mcgahn](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/don-mcgahn.md), [fake news](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fake-news.md)

### Mueller Report Release and Media Reaction

- **Episode:** [1130: Troll Union](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1130-troll-union.md)
- **Published:** 2019-04-21
- **Time:** 0:45–8:46
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1130-troll-union/chapter/mueller-report-release-and-media-reaction.md

The hosts analyze the media response to Attorney General William Barr's press conference regarding the release of the Mueller Report. They critique MSNBC's Nicole Wallace for her commentary on the lack of collusion findings and the President's alleged obstruction. The discussion highlights how news outlets are shifting focus from collusion to the President's conduct and redactions within the document.

Keywords: [robert mueller](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/robert-mueller.md), [william barr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/william-barr.md), [msnbc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/msnbc.md), [nicole wallace](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nicole-wallace.md), [collusion](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/collusion.md), [obstruction of justice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/obstruction-of-justice.md)

### Amy Klobuchar, William Barr Confirmation, Obstruction of Justice Inquiry

- **Episode:** [1105: BOMBSHELL!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1105-bombshell.md)
- **Published:** 2019-01-20
- **Time:** 29:19–32:53
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1105-bombshell/chapter/amy-klobuchar-william-barr-confirmation-obstruction-of-justice-inquiry.md

During Senate confirmation hearings, Senator Amy Klobuchar questioned Attorney General nominee William Barr on whether a president persuading a person to commit perjury constitutes obstruction of justice. Barr agreed that such an act would be a felony for any person. The timing of this questioning, occurring just days before the BuzzFeed report, led to speculation about whether the information had been leaked to members of the Judiciary Committee beforehand.

Keywords: [amy klobuchar](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amy-klobuchar.md), [william barr](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/william-barr.md), [senate judiciary committee](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/senate-judiciary-committee.md), [perjury](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/perjury.md), [obstruction of justice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/obstruction-of-justice.md)

### Donald Trump Presidential Self-Pardon Claims and Constitutional Authority

- **Episode:** [1040: Pardon Me](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1040-pardon-me.md)
- **Published:** 2018-06-08
- **Time:** 1:36–5:31
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1040-pardon-me/chapter/donald-trump-presidential-self-pardon-claims-and-constitutional-authority.md

President Donald Trump and his attorney Rudy Giuliani suggested the president has the legal authority to pardon himself, sparking a national debate. Legal experts argue over whether the executive branch's power allows for such an action or if it constitutes obstruction of justice. The conversation notes that while the Constitution is ambiguous on self-pardons, such an act would likely trigger immediate impeachment proceedings.

Keywords: [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [rudy giuliani](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rudy-giuliani.md), [constitution](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/constitution.md), [presidential pardon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/presidential-pardon.md), [obstruction of justice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/obstruction-of-justice.md)

### Libby Schaaf, ICE Raids and Washington Post

- **Episode:** [1035: Hundos](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1035-hundos.md)
- **Published:** 2018-05-21
- **Time:** 2:22:00–2:24:41
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1035-hundos/chapter/libby-schaaf-ice-raids-and-washington-post.md

Oakland Mayor Libby Schaaf defended her decision to warn residents about impending ICE raids, leading President Trump to suggest an investigation for obstruction of justice. Schaaf published an op-ed in the Washington Post, which the hosts claim was likely solicited and pre-written by the newspaper's staff. The conflict highlights the ongoing tension between "sanctuary cities" and federal immigration enforcement.

Keywords: [libby schaaf](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/libby-schaaf.md), [oakland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/oakland.md), [ice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ice.md), [jeff sessions](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jeff-sessions.md), [washington post](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/washington-post.md), [obstruction](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/obstruction.md)

### Sarah Huckabee Sanders, Chelsea Handler and the Trump Rotation

- **Episode:** [988: Don's Dentures](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/988-don-s-dentures.md)
- **Published:** 2017-12-07
- **Time:** 1:53:49–1:57:23
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/988-don-s-dentures/chapter/sarah-huckabee-sanders-chelsea-handler-and-the-trump-rotation.md

Comedian Chelsea Handler faced criticism for personal attacks on Press Secretary Sarah Huckabee Sanders' appearance. Meanwhile, a radio segment identifies the "Trump Rotation"—a cycle of media narratives ranging from "unfit for office" to "Russia" and "obstruction of justice"—used by critics when previous accusations fail to gain traction.

Keywords: [sarah huckabee sanders](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sarah-huckabee-sanders.md), [chelsea handler](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chelsea-handler.md), [trump rotation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/trump-rotation.md), [media bias](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/media-bias.md), [obstruction of justice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/obstruction-of-justice.md)

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