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Judge Aileen M. Cannon dismissed the indictment against former President Donald Trump in the classified documents case, declaring the appointment of Special Counsel Jack Smith illegitimate. This decision contradicts decades of higher court precedents and could impact the federal election subversion case against Trump. Legal experts anticipate an appeal and potential reassignment of the case.
Donald Trump, recovering from an assassination attempt, was officially nominated as the GOP presidential candidate at the Republican National Convention. His running mate is Ohio Sen. J.D. Vance. In a significant legal victory, Judge Aileen Cannon dismissed the federal case against Trump regarding his handling of classified documents, citing the unconstitutional appointment of Special Counsel Jack Smith. This ruling could impact other federal cases against Trump and the broader use of special counsels by the Justice Department.
Judge Aileen Cannon, overseeing former President Donald Trump's classified documents case, has sparked controversy by allowing outside parties to argue in a hearing to dismiss the charges. Legal experts criticize the decision as highly unusual and indicative of potential bias. The case's outcome remains uncertain, especially with Trump's ongoing legal battles and his potential 2024 presidential run.
U.S. District Judge Aileen M. Cannon expressed skepticism about dropping charges against Donald Trump’s co-defendants in the classified documents case, suggesting their arguments for dismissal would be better suited for trial. The co-defendants' attorneys argued that the charges should be dismissed due to lack of evidence showing their awareness of an ongoing investigation or the classified nature of the documents. Prosecutors defended the sufficiency of the indictment, and the judge seemed to agree, indicating that these arguments could be made in front of a jury. The judge, nominated by Trump, has yet to issue a ruling and is still wrangling other key decisions in the pretrial proceedings.
Evan Corcoran, an attorney for Donald Trump who became a crucial witness in the classified documents case against the former president, has left Trump's legal team. His departure could pose a significant issue for Trump, as he may be called as a key witness if the case goes to trial. Corcoran's memos detailed interactions with Trump and revealed how Trump allegedly schemed to undermine a subpoena from prosecutors. His departure underscores the loss of institutional knowledge from attorneys who were deeply involved in the investigations before the historic indictments.
Lawyers for former President Donald Trump and his co-defendants are pushing for a delay in the classified documents case, arguing that the trial date should be postponed to allow more time for document examination and resolution of pretrial motions. The judge has requested a report on the defendants' positions regarding the speedy trial period, prompting criticism that further delays could prevent the case from being resolved before the upcoming presidential election. The case involves charges against Trump, an aide, and a maintenance supervisor at Mar-a-Lago for allegedly storing classified documents at the resort after Trump's presidency, in violation of the Presidential Records Act.
Attorneys warn that the special counsel may seek the removal of Judge Cannon in the Trump classified documents case due to escalating tensions, with Trump defending the judge and criticizing her request for jury instruction proposals. The judge rejected Trump's bid to dismiss the charges against him based on the Presidential Records Act, and there is pressure for her to make a ruling on jury instructions before the trial begins to allow for potential appeals. If the judge's decision on jury instructions is deemed erroneous, the special counsel may appeal and request the Eleventh Circuit to remove her due to the appearance of bias, potentially delaying the trial.
Former Trump White House lawyer Ty Cobb predicts that Judge Aileen Cannon will be removed from Donald Trump's classified documents case, citing evidence of bias and incompetence. The case involves 40 felony counts against Trump for retaining classified documents at his Mar-a-Lago estate and obstructing government efforts to return them. Special counsel Jack Smith has criticized Cannon's proposed jury instructions, and Cobb believes Smith will seek her removal from the case. Despite potential removal, Cobb doubts the case will go to trial before November, suggesting that Cannon's delays may favor Trump's interests.
Special Counsel Jack Smith criticized U.S. District Judge Aileen Cannon's request for hypothetical jury instructions in the case of former President Trump's possession of classified documents, arguing that it rests on a "fundamentally flawed legal premise." Smith asserted that the Presidential Records Act is not relevant to Trump's case and warned that if the judge proceeds with her order, prosecutors will appeal. The case remains unsettled, with multiple defense motions to dismiss the indictment pending, and the trial date uncertain.
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.
Judge Aileen M. Cannon has yet to set a trial date in the complex case accusing Donald J. Trump of mishandling classified materials, sparking concerns about her decision-making. The delay in setting a trial date, along with other unresolved issues on her docket, has raised questions about her handling of the case. Additionally, her recent order for dueling jury instructions and her interest in jury issues before deciding on the trial start date have added to the confusion and concern surrounding her decisions.
Judge Aileen Cannon overseeing Donald Trump's classified documents case has issued a court order with two legal scenarios, one of which could direct the jury to find Trump not guilty. The order instructs lawyers to propose jury instructions, with one scenario assuming Trump did not have authorization to keep classified documents and the other assuming he had authority as president under the Presidential Records Act. Critics, including former federal prosecutor Joyce Vance, have called the order "perplexing" and "crazy," while others have accused Cannon of bias towards Trump. The trial's start date is expected to be pushed back from May 20.
Legal analyst Glenn Kirschner has accused Florida-based federal judge Aileen Cannon, appointed by Donald Trump in 2020, of favoring the former president in his classified document case. Kirschner criticized Cannon's recent ruling, which denied Trump's motion to dismiss the case "without prejudice," potentially allowing him to raise the issue again. He called this decision a "gift" to Trump and suggested that special counsel Jack Smith should file a motion to recuse Cannon from the case. The trial is currently scheduled to begin on May 20, but there are concerns that Cannon may delay it, possibly to after the 2024 general election.
U.S. District Judge Aileen Cannon will hear arguments on two of Donald Trump’s motions to dismiss the classified documents case against him in Florida, including claims related to the Presidential Records Act and the constitutionality of the statute used against him. Special counsel Jack Smith urged the judge to reject Trump’s claims, arguing that adopting Trump’s immunity theory could lead to concerning outcomes. Trump faces multiple criminal charges in the indictment and has pleaded not guilty to all counts.
Special Counsel Jack Smith is gaining victories in the courtroom of Judge Aileen Cannon, with a ruling that President Trump's co-defendants cannot view classified documents and a denial of Trump's request for a pretrial deadline delay. The judge found that the charges against the co-defendants do not require proof of willfully retaining documents related to national defense. Smith is also seeking a reconsideration of the order to unseal potential witnesses' identities. The high-stakes litigation is set to commence with arguments for the May 20 trial date, which Trump has requested to delay indefinitely.