James D. Zirin on "Plaintiff in Chief: A Portrait of Donald Trump in 3500 Lawsuits"

The transcript discusses Donald Trump's extensive history of lawsuits, highlighting his litigious nature and the influence of his lawyer, Roy Cohn. Cohn's three main legal principles—counterattack, smear adversaries, and manipulate the press—are explored. The transcript also examines how these tactics are applied in current political contexts, such as the whistleblower case involving Ukraine. It further delves into the issue of frivolous litigation and potential sanctions, offering advice on dealing with litigious opponents.

What was the approximate number of lawsuits involving Trump before he took office?

• 2000

• 3500

• 5000

• 1000

Which lawyer taught Trump the principle of always counterattacking in legal battles?

• Cindy Adams

• Bill Barr

• Jeff Sessions

• Roy Cohn

What is one of the key strategies taught by Roy Cohn to Trump?

• Admit to mistakes

• Avoid the press

• Always counterattack

• Always settle quickly

What legal tactic does Trump reportedly use when dealing with subpoenas?

• Comply immediately

• Ignore and litigate

• Admit guilt

• Settle out of court

Who is mentioned as a current legal advisor to Trump, similar to Roy Cohn?

• Rudy Giuliani

• Michael Cohen

• Jeff Sessions

• Bill Barr

How does Trump's number of lawsuits compare to other real estate figures?

• He has fewer lawsuits

• He has about the same number

• He has no lawsuits

• He has significantly more lawsuits

What is the potential consequence of bringing frivolous litigation?

• Increased popularity

• Public support

• Legal sanctions

• Financial gain