Alec Baldwin's 'Rust' Case Dismissal Sparks Mixed Reactions and Future Legal Battles

A New Mexico judge has dismissed Alec Baldwin's involuntary manslaughter case in the shooting death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins, preventing prosecutors from re-filing charges. Baldwin still faces multiple civil lawsuits, including one from Hutchins' husband. The film's armorer, Hannah Gutierrez-Reed, is appealing her conviction, while other key figures like director Joel Souza and first assistant director Dave Halls continue to deal with the aftermath. The case's lead prosecutor, Kari Morrissey, faces criticism for withholding evidence.