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Abhishek Kambli discusses his experiences defending controversial Trump administration policies in court.

Defending some of the Trump administration’s most controversial policies in court, before frequently skeptical judges, can be difficult. But Abhishek “Abhi” Kambli, who recently stepped down as deputy associate attorney general, took on this challenge—repeatedly. During 15 months at the U.S. Department of Justice, he personally argued more than 20 consequential cases, involving subjects including the Biglaw executive orders, the Alien Enemies Act, and military service by transgender individuals. Earlier this month, Kambli joined Holtzman Vogel—a boutique known for its political-law practice, state attorneys general work, and government investigations expertise, as well as its high-level connections in Republican and conservative circles. Having completed his government service, Abhi is freer than before to speak his mind—and graciously agreed to sit down with me to talk about his time in the administration. Thanks to Abhi for a thoughtful conversation, which included fielding difficult questions, and congrats to him on his latest move. Show Notes: * Abhishek Kambli bio , Holtzman Vogel * Abhi Khambli , X (fka Twitter) * Ex-DOJ Lawyer Who Defended Trump’s Big Law Attacks Lands at…

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