Trump's spokesperson criticized for misinterpreting constitutional law
Karoline Leavitt, Donald Trump's press secretary, faced criticism from MSNBC host Katie Phang and Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel for her comments on constitutional law. Leavitt claimed that a court injunction against fired federal workers was unconstitutional. Phang referred to Leavitt as an "amateur constitutional lawyer," while Nessel questioned her legal knowledge. Nessel emphasized that the judiciary is a co-equal branch of government and that lower-level judges can issue injunctions that the executive branch must follow. The exchange highlighted differing views on the role of the courts and the executive branch's authority. Leavitt's statements sparked a debate about the interpretation of constitutional law.