"Legal Maneuvers and Judge's Role in Trump Documents Trial Post-Election"

The criminal case against former President Donald Trump, involving the alleged mishandling of sensitive national security documents, has been delayed by Judge Aileen Cannon's unusual approach and prolonged decision-making on routine legal matters. This delay could potentially push the trial past the November presidential election, sparking frustration and suspicion among prosecutors and legal experts. Critics accuse Judge Cannon of playing into Trump's strategy of postponing the trial, while others question her motives and experience. The case remains mired in unresolved legal issues, including Trump's attempts to dismiss the charges and his far-fetched legal arguments, further complicating the already slow-moving proceedings.
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