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"Ecuador's Former VP Glas Illegally Arrested, Must Remain in Jail Despite Court Ruling"
An Ecuadorian tribunal has declared the arrest of former Vice President Jorge Glas inside Mexico's embassy in Quito as illegal and arbitrary, but upheld his ongoing imprisonment due to prior convictions. His defense team plans to appeal the ruling, arguing for his freedom. The arrest had sparked international tensions, leading to a spat between Mexico and Ecuador, with Mexico filing a complaint with the International Court of Justice.
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"Trump's Legal Maneuvers and Controversies Unfold in High-Stakes Cases"
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"Trump's Latest Move to Oust Judge in Hush Money Case Sparks Controversy"
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Daily Beast
Donald Trump has made a second attempt to remove Judge Juan Merchan from his Manhattan hush-money case, alleging a conflict of interest due to the judge's daughter's employment at a political consulting firm. Despite Trump's efforts to delay the trial and subpoena NBCUniversal over a Stormy Daniels documentary, Judge Merchan has denied these requests, stating that they lack merit and are overly broad. Trump's trial is set to begin on April 15, and he faces 34 counts of falsifying business records.
"Georgia Judge Denies Trump's Free Speech Defense in Election Interference Case"
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NBC News
A Georgia judge rejected former President Donald Trump's and his co-defendants' bid to dismiss election interference charges on First Amendment grounds, stating that their right to protest the 2020 election results did not protect them from the charges brought by the district attorney's office. The judge found that their alleged actions and statements constituted false statements made in furtherance of criminal activity, rather than protected political speech, and denied their motions to dismiss the charges. Trump and his co-defendants, including Rudy Giuliani and John Eastman, have pleaded not guilty, and no trial date has been set.
"Special Counsel's Confrontation with Florida Judge Delays Trump Documents Case"
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Guardian US
Special counsel Jack Smith and judge Aileen Cannon are in a confrontation that could further delay Donald Trump’s trial in Florida on charges related to unlawfully possessing classified documents. The issue revolves around the possibility of Cannon agreeing that the former president is immune from prosecution under a federal law dealing with presidential records. Smith strongly disagrees with this argument and has signaled that he would appeal to a higher court if necessary, potentially pushing the trial past the November presidential election.
"Attorney: Trump's Argument Disqualifies Supreme Court Justices"
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Newsweek
Attorney Bennett Gershman argues that Donald Trump's argument to recuse Judge Juan Merchan in his New York hush money case is too broad and could disqualify every judge in America, including Supreme Court justices, based on familial connections and affiliations. Trump has sought to have Merchan removed from the case, alleging conflicts of interest due to Merchan's daughter's political affiliations. However, prosecutors have stated that there are no changed circumstances warranting revisiting the issue, and Gershman has criticized Trump's argument as baseless and involving irresponsible insinuation. Meanwhile, a gag order has been expanded on Trump, barring him from making statements about the families of the judge and the prosecutor, with jury selection for the hush money case scheduled to begin on April 15.
"Legal Experts Analyze Smith's Forceful Response to Judge's Unusual Order in Trump's Case"
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Newsweek
DOJ Special Counsel Jack Smith is considering filing for the removal of Judge Aileen Cannon from Donald Trump's classified documents case due to her handling of the trial and jury instructions. Legal experts believe that Cannon's interpretation of the Presidential Records Act is flawed and could potentially lead to the end of the case. Smith's response is seen as the most aggressive yet, and there is speculation that the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 11th Circuit could reverse her instructions and potentially remove her from the case. However, some experts believe that multiple reversals may not be enough to warrant Cannon's removal, and it remains to be seen how this legal battle will unfold.
"Special Counsel Challenges Judge's Handling of Trump Classified Documents Case"
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Washington Post
Special counsel Jack Smith sharply rebukes Judge Cannon's order for hypothetical jury instructions in the classified-document case against Donald Trump, warning of potential appeal. The judge's focus on jury instructions is seen as premature by legal experts, with the government expressing frustration and urging a quick decision on key legal questions. The dispute centers on interpretations of the Presidential Records Act and its relevance to the Espionage Act charges against Trump, who has pleaded not guilty to all counts. The trial, originally scheduled for May, is likely to be delayed as the judge considers various pretrial motions.
"Special Counsel Challenges Judge's Handling of Trump Documents Case"
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The New York Times
Federal prosecutors are urging Judge Aileen Cannon to promptly address a key dispute in the case involving former President Donald J. Trump's handling of classified documents, expressing frustration with the delays caused by her "fundamentally flawed" order. They are seeking a decision on Trump's claim that he cannot be prosecuted for taking home national security documents after leaving office, arguing that this assertion lacks factual basis and was concocted after his presidency. The prosecutors' move reflects mounting impatience with the judge's unhurried pace, raising doubts about whether a trial will take place before the November election.
"Trump's Continued Attacks on Judges' Families Risk Violating Expanded Gag Order"
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The New York Times
The judge overseeing Donald Trump's criminal trial in Manhattan expanded a gag order to prevent the former president from attacking the families of court officials, including the judge and the district attorney. This decision came after Trump targeted the daughter of the judge in social media posts. The judge cited the recent attacks against his daughter and rejected Trump's argument that his statements were "core political speech," stating that such attacks serve no legitimate purpose and only inject fear into those involved in the proceedings.
"Federal Court Defies Anti-Judge Shopping Guidelines"
Originally Published 1 year ago — by TPM
The chief judge of the northern district of Texas, David Godbey, has rejected a new anti-judge shopping policy, refusing to change the district's case assigning practices despite pressure from Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer. The policy change aimed to prevent right-wing litigants from strategically filing cases with judges like Matthew Kacsmaryk, known for granting nationwide injunctions that block federal government action. Schumer expressed disappointment and threatened legislative action, while Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell and others on the right condemned the policy change and urged judges to ignore it.
"Legal Experts Warn Trump's Actions Could Lead to Jail Time"
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Business Insider
Trump's legal team is challenging a gag order in his hush-money case, leading legal experts to warn that his continued defiance could result in jail time. Despite the order, Trump has made social media posts targeting the judge and his daughter, prompting a dispute over the order's scope. The judge is expected to address the issue and potential sanctions on Monday. Legal experts believe that Trump's actions may lead to a tighter gag order and potential criminal contempt charges, as he continues to push the limits with inflammatory remarks.