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Judge Dismisses Trump Classified Documents Case
In a development that has sent shockwaves through legal and political circles, a federal judge in Florida has dismissed the case involving classified documents against former President Donald Trump. U.S. District Judge Aileen Cannon, appointed by Trump, delivered a significant ruling, citing the unlawful appointment and funding of Special Counsel Jack Smith, which she deemed "unlawful" and "unconstitutional" in her 93-page decision. Judge Cannon directed the closure of the case, abruptly halting legal proceedings.
The timing of this dismissal coincides with the first day of the Republican National Convention, where Trump's formal nomination for the upcoming presidential election is expected. It follows a recent assassination attempt on Trump, heightening the political tension.
Following the ruling, the White House spokesman deferred inquiries to the Department of Justice. Neither the DOJ nor the special counsel's office, nor Trump's campaign, has commented, deepening uncertainty about the case's future.
Judge Cannon's ruling challenges the legality of Smith's appointment by Attorney General Merrick Garland in November 2022. Smith was tasked with investigating Trump's handling of classified documents post-presidency and his actions regarding the 2020 election results.
Trump's legal team argued that the Attorney General lacked constitutional authority to appoint a special counsel without Senate confirmation, especially one seen as a political ally. Despite previous court decisions supporting the AG's power to appoint special counsels, Judge Cannon sided with Trump's team.
The ruling leaves the case's future uncertain. Smith can appeal to the 11th Circuit Federal Appeals Court, potentially delaying proceedings beyond the election. This decision doesn't affect a separate federal case on election interference overseen by U.S. District Judge Tanya Chutkan in Washington, D.C.
Judge Cannon's decision could influence debates on executive power limits and special counsel appointments. The dismissal has disrupted the legal landscape and complicated an already volatile political climate, with its impact on ongoing battles involving the former president yet to unfold.
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