"Special Counsel Raises Alarm Over Threats to Witnesses in Trump Mar-a-Lago Case"

Special Counsel Jack Smith criticizes Florida Judge Aileen Cannon for ordering prosecutors to submit unredacted documents in the classified documents case against former president Donald Trump, citing "significant risks of threats" to witnesses. The information includes details about witnesses, FBI agents, and potential witness tampering, leading to concerns of intimidation and harassment. The judge's decision to deny sealing or redacting the material has sparked criticism from the special counsel, with the next hearings scheduled for next week and uncertainty surrounding the trial date. Meanwhile, Trump's legal team seeks indefinite postponement of deadlines, while prosecutors argue against further delays.
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