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politics2 years ago•2 min saved

Justice Department Resists Trump's Attempt to Delay Mar-a-Lago Trial for Political Gain

The Justice Department is opposing former President Trump's request to delay his Mar-a-Lago trial until after the 2024 election, arguing that the government has provided access to evidence and that the issues raised by Trump's team do not warrant a continuance. Trump's team has complained about the amount of classified evidence they've been able to review and the logistical challenges of managing multiple indictments. The government attributes delays in accessing documents to their sensitive nature and denies responsibility for the logistical impediments. Trump is facing 32 counts for violation of the Espionage Act and obstruction of justice charges in Florida.

via The Hill|

#classified-evidence #delay #justice-department

law-and-politics2 years ago•2 min saved

Trump's Mar-a-Lago classified evidence discussion faces objections and delays

US District Judge Aileen Cannon has canceled a tentative hearing scheduled for August 25 on a protective order for classified evidence in the Mar-a-Lago documents case against former President Donald Trump. The proceeding will now take place under seal at a different time and place to discuss sensitive, security-related issues. The judge's decision to hold a sealed hearing comes despite public court submissions on the prosecutors' request for the protective order. The case has been less accessible than other Trump-related cases, with disagreements between Trump's lawyers and the special counsel's office over rules for discussing classified evidence and requirements for reviewing such evidence. Trump and his co-defendants have pleaded not guilty to charges including obstruction-related offenses and mishandling national defense information.

via CNN|

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legal2 years ago•7 min saved

The Complications of Classified Evidence in Trump's Trial

Lawyers for former President Donald J. Trump and prosecutors are expected to discuss how to handle classified materials in the case involving 31 counts of unauthorized retention of national security secrets. The use of classified evidence raises legal issues and logistical hurdles, including the possibility of "graymail" where defendants threaten to reveal classified information during trial to force the government to drop charges. The defense may push for transparency and the public release of sensitive evidence, while the government may seek to limit the use of classified information through the Classified Information Procedures Act (CIPA). The process of handling classified evidence can be complex, involving redactions, substitutions, and the silent witness rule, which allows jurors to see classified evidence while limiting public access.

via The New York Times|

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