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Walt Nauta's defense team seeks to modify a motion to dismiss the indictment in the Mar-a-Lago classified documents case, arguing that special counsel Jack Smith has shifted the statutory authority for count 38, which pertains to Trump, not Nauta. The defense claims this change undermines the government's case, asserting that causing someone to make "literally-true" statements does not constitute a federal crime.
A heated federal hearing in former President Trump's classified documents case saw prosecutors dismiss arguments by co-defendant Walt Nauta's attorney as "garbage." Nauta, accused of lying to the FBI and obstructing justice, seeks dismissal of charges, claiming selective prosecution. The judge questioned the relevance of alleged prosecutorial misconduct to Nauta's case, while prosecutors maintained their stance on Nauta's unique role in the alleged crimes.
Newly released images show Trump valet Walt Nauta moving boxes at Mar-a-Lago in June 2022, shortly after a subpoena was issued, with prosecutors alleging the boxes contained classified information. Nauta faces multiple charges, including conspiring to obstruct justice, and has pleaded not guilty. The case is part of a broader investigation into Trump's handling of classified documents, with Trump denying all charges and claiming the investigations are politically motivated.
A federal prosecutor vehemently rejected claims of vindictive prosecution and misconduct from Walt Nauta, a co-defendant in the classified documents case involving former President Donald Trump. The prosecutor labeled the allegations as "garbage" and "a fantasy" during a heated hearing. The judge, Aileen Cannon, has not yet ruled on motions to dismiss the charges against Trump, Nauta, and Carlos De Oliveira, and the trial date has been postponed indefinitely.
Carlos De Oliveira and Walt Nauta, who were hired by former President Donald J. Trump, are now his co-defendants in a documents case. De Oliveira, a former valet and handyman at Mar-a-Lago, was named in an indictment accusing him of conspiring with Trump and another aide to obstruct the government's efforts to retrieve sensitive national security documents. Nauta, Trump's personal aide, played a central role in the scheme, moving boxes of documents at Trump's direction. Both De Oliveira and Nauta are relying on Trump for their legal fees, which are being handled by Save America PAC.
Trump aide Walt Nauta pleads not guilty to charges of mishandling classified documents at Mar-a-Lago, as the special counsel accuses his co-defendant of seeking an "unnecessary" delay in the case.
Walt Nauta, a former personal aide to Donald Trump, pleaded not guilty to federal charges of conspiring with Trump to obstruct the government's efforts to retrieve highly sensitive national security documents. Nauta, who is also Trump's co-defendant, is accused of moving boxes of classified material at Mar-a-Lago, Trump's private club and residence in Florida, during a critical period when federal prosecutors were seeking to enforce a subpoena. The trial's timing could be significant, as if it takes place after the 2024 election and Trump wins, he could potentially have the case dropped.
Walt Nauta, Donald Trump's valet, pleaded not guilty to charges of helping the former president hide classified documents. Nauta, a Navy veteran who served as Trump's valet at the White House and later as a personal aide at Mar-a-Lago, is accused of conspiring with Trump to conceal records taken from the White House after his term ended. Prosecutors allege that Nauta moved boxes of documents to prevent them from being found during a search for classified records. Nauta's arraignment was postponed twice due to difficulties in finding a lawyer licensed in Florida.
Walt Nauta, Donald Trump's personal aide, pleaded not guilty to charges of conspiring with Trump to hide classified documents from authorities at Mar-a-Lago. Nauta and Trump were both indicted on multiple criminal charges, including obstruction of justice and concealing documents. Nauta also faces a charge of lying to the FBI. The trial date is yet to be determined, with pretrial legal proceedings expected to address the handling of classified information. The unsealed search warrant affidavit revealed that security camera footage captured Nauta moving boxes before and after being questioned by the FBI, providing evidence for the investigation.
Walt Nauta, a former aide to President Donald Trump, pleaded not guilty to federal charges related to obstructing the Justice Department's investigation into Trump's handling of classified documents. Nauta is charged with six counts, including conspiracy to obstruct justice and concealing records. The indictment alleges that Nauta worked with Trump to move and conceal boxes containing sensitive material from Trump's Mar-a-Lago resort. Trump is named as a co-defendant in five of the counts. Nauta's defense team has requested a delay in the proceedings to secure local representation and is now represented by a Florida-based attorney.
Walt Nauta, an aide to former President Donald Trump, has pleaded not guilty to charges of conspiring with Trump to withhold classified documents. Nauta is accused of moving boxes of classified documents at Trump's direction and then lying to federal investigators about it. He faces five counts, including conspiracy to obstruct justice, which carries a maximum penalty of 20 years in prison. Trump has also pleaded not guilty to charges related to retaining classified documents and obstructing justice.
New photos show former President Donald Trump and his aide Walt Nauta together in South Philadelphia, despite a judge's order not to speak about their ongoing legal case. The two were seen getting cheesesteaks at Pat's King of Steaks, raising questions about their informal meeting and whether Trump is heeding the strict legal warnings. Nauta faces charges related to mishandling classified documents and making false statements.
The court appearance of former President Donald Trump's valet, Walt Nauta, was postponed until July 6 as he was unable to find a Florida-based attorney and was stuck in Newark, NJ. Nauta was charged alongside Trump in a 38-count indictment filed by the Justice Department special counsel Jack Smith for allegedly helping Trump hide classified documents. The indictment accuses Nauta of conspiring with Trump to conceal records that he had taken with him from the White House after his term ended in January 2021.
The arraignment for Walt Nauta, a former aide to Donald Trump, has been rescheduled to July 6 after his flight was canceled due to severe weather. Nauta is accused of working with Trump to conceal boxes that allegedly contained records marked classified just as federal investigators issued a subpoena to retrieve them. He is charged with conspiracy and making false statements to investigators. Trump has been charged with 37 federal counts including the illegal retention of national defense information and conspiracy to obstruct justice.
The arraignment of Walt Nauta, a former aide to Donald Trump who was indicted on federal criminal charges related to mishandling classified documents, has been delayed until July 6 due to his inability to obtain local counsel. Nauta faces six charges, including conspiracy to obstruct and scheme to conceal. Trump has pleaded not guilty to 37 felony counts related to the same case. Nauta was part of the Presidential Food Service and served as one of two military valets who had close and direct daily contact with Trump for his personal needs.