Fighting the System: The Dark Truth About CPS | The Glamorous Grind

The dark truth about CPS corruption, judicial deception, civil rights law, fighting the CPS system, and government overreach. In this eye-opening episode of The Glamorous Grind, civil rights attorney Shawn McMillan exposes how social workers weaponize false narratives in court—and how families are paying the price. McMillan shares what it’s like to sue CPS and government agencies for violating constitutional rights, how one mother lost her kids for six and a half years because of a social worker’s lie, and what needs to change in America’s child welfare system. If you’re a parent, attorney, or care about justice—this episode is a must. ⏱️ CHAPTERS 00:00 What If CPS Takes Your Kids?

01:20 Meet Sean McMillan: CPS Litigation Attorney

03:10 Judicial Deception & CPS Bias

08:45 The $10M Verdict That Changed Shawn’s Career

14:00 The Emotional Toll of CPS Litigation

20:10 Immunity Laws & Why CPS Workers Don’t Get Fired

26:00 Government vs. Private Entity Lawsuits

31:15 How to Know If You Have a Case

36:00 Legal Tips for Parents Caught in CPS Cases

40:00 Making Law Accessible for the Public

42:00 Final Reflections & Resources for Parents

💬 What you’ll learn:

• What judicial deception really means—and how often it happens
• The difference between social workers and police in legal power
• Why it's nearly impossible to sue government agencies
• The emotional, financial, and legal toll of CPS overreach
• How McMillan's landmark cases are changing policy across California