{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Back to the White House: The Next Trump Administration with Jonathan Meyer of Sheppard Mullin","description":"In this episode of French Insider, Jonathan Meyer, a partner in Sheppard Mullin\u2019s Governmental Practice Group, former General Counsel of DHS, and leader of the firm\u2019s National Security team, joins host Val\u00e9rie Demont, Sheppard Mullin\u2019s French Desk Co-Chair, to discuss anticipated changes under the incoming Trump Administration and its potential impact on business, national security, and other key areas. What We Discussed in This Episode: What is the Trump Administration\u2019s cabinet going to look like? Why has President-Elect Trump selected the individuals he has named to lead departments such as the DOJ and DHS, and what might we expect from them? What will be the priorities which the new Administration will be focused on in respect of enforcement? Will the Trump Administration\u2019s stance on immigration impact the growth of businesses within the country? What might CFIUS look like under the incoming administration, and how might the focus on foreign investments change, especially for countries like China? Under a Republican-controlled Congress, what can we expect to see from congressional investigations? About Jonathan Meyer Jonathan Meyer is a partner in Sheppard Mullin\u2019s Governmental Practice Group and leader of the firm\u2019s National Security team. Jonathan counsels clients on their interactions with federal and state government, as well as national and homeland security, Congressional oversight, cybersecurity, AI, high tech, transportation security, and more. Jonathan served as General Counsel for the U.S. Department of Homeland Security from 2021 to 2024, where he led legal teams, handled Supreme Court cases, and advised on sensitive national security issues. With extensive experience in Congress and the Justice Department, Jon offers an insider perspective on government and private sector interactions. Jon is a two-time recipient of the Secretary of Homeland Security\u2019s Outstanding Service Medal, along with the U.S. Secret Service Director\u2019s Honor Award, the Customs and Border Protection Commissioner\u2019s Ensign Award, and the U.S. Coast Guard Commandant\u2019s Distinguished Service Medal, among numerous other awards and honors. About Val\u00e9rie Demont In the firm\u2019s New York office, Val\u00e9rie Demont is a partner in Sheppard Mullin\u2019s Corporate Practice Group, where she focuses primarily on U.S. and cross-border mergers and acquisitions and corporate governance matters. As a leader of the firm\u2019s French Desk team, she advises foreign companies on the establishment and growth of their operations in the United States, acting as de facto "outside general counsel" for non-U.S. companies in the United States.   Val\u00e9rie has been involved in numerous mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures and dispositions for corporations and private equity funds in the U.S., Europe (including France) and Asia (including India).  Not only is she a frequent speaker at events focused on cross-border trade, but she is also an outside pro bono counsel to Girls Who Invest, a nonprofit organization dedicated to increasing the number of women in portfolio management and executive leadership in the asset management industry.   Contact Information: Jonathan Meyer Val\u00e9rie Demont   Thank you for listening! Don\u2019t forget to SUBSCRIBE to the show to receive every new episode delivered straight to your podcast player every week. If you enjoyed this episode, please help us get the word out about this podcast. Rate and Review this show in Apple Podcasts, Deezer, Amazon Music, or Spotify. It helps other listeners find this show. This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not to be construed as legal advice specific to your circumstances. If you need help with any legal matter, be sure to consult with an attorney regarding your specific needs. ","author_name":"Sheppard's French Insider","author_url":"https:\/\/www.sheppard.com\/insights?type=Podcasts&sortBy=date&sortOrder=desc","html":"