Trump Classified Documents Case Dismissed by Judge Cannon

TL/DR –

Judge Cannon, a Trump-appointed judge, dismissed a case regarding Trump’s classified documents on the grounds that the appointment of special counsel Jack Smith violated the Appointments Clause of the U.S. Constitution. This decision has been regarded as controversial and inconsistent with established legal precedent. Following the dismissal, Smith intends to appeal the decision and the Supreme Court will then decide whether his appointment to the case was lawful.

Trump-Appointed Judge Dismisses Classified Documents Case

Recently, Judge Cannon, appointed by Trump, threw out a case related to classified documents. Her reasoning was based on the claim that special counsel Jack Smith’s prosecution violated the Appointments Clause of the US Constitution. This decision stirred controversy as it deviates from accepted legal precedent.

The steps leading to the case’s dismissal by Judge Cannon raised eyebrows. Her apparent favoritism towards Trump, along with her lack of experience, led experts to question her ability to judge impartially. Furthermore, she was slow in handling motions and did not set a trial date before dismissing the case.

What’s Next in the Classified Documents Case?

Special counsel Jack Smith plans to appeal Cannon’s decision. The Supreme Court will then decide whether Smith was rightly appointed to the case.

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