Judge Tosses Documents Case Against Trump; Jack Smith Appointment Unconstitutional
A federal judge in Florida on Monday dismissed the prosecution of former President Donald Trump in the “Documents” case, ruling that special counsel Jack Smith was not appointed in a constitutional or lawful manner. Judge Eileen Cannon granted the defense’s motion, ruling that Smith could not lawfully bring charges against Trump in federal court because […]
Trump’s Florida case stunningly dismissed after judge finds appointment of special counsel Jack Smith violated the Constitution
Former President Donald Trump’s classified documents lawsuit was surprisingly dismissed by a federal judge in Florida on Monday, eliminating one of his biggest legal charges just 113 days before the Nov. 5 election. Judge Eileen Cannon dismissed the lawsuit against the Republican presidential candidate, widely considered the most serious of his four criminal cases, on […]
Trump’s Classified Documents Case Dismissed Over Unlawful Appointment Of Special Counsel Jack Smith
Former US President Donald Trump arrives to speak at the Georgia Republican Convention at the Columbus Convention & Trade Center in Columbus, Georgia, June 10, 2023. (Photo by Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images) By James Myers, OAN StaffMonday, July 15, 2024 7:51 AM In a shocking move, former President Donald Trump’s classified documents lawsuit was dismissed by […]
Judge Dismisses Trump’s Classified Documents Case Based On Jack Smith’s Unlawful Appointment
The judge overseeing former President Donald Trump’s classified documents case granted his motion to dismiss the indictment Monday. Judge Aileen Cannon agreed to dismiss the case based on Trump’s argument that special counsel Jack Smith’s appointment was unlawful. She wrote that his appointment violates the Appointments Clause of the United States Constitution. “Both the Appointments […]
Justice Thomas questions legality of special counsel’s appointment in federal cases against Trump
On Monday, U.S. Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas Legality of the Special Counsel’s Appointment In two federal lawsuits against former President Donald Trump. The court recently ruled that the president Absolute immunity for acts of public service There is no immunity for informal conduct, but the Supreme Court has left it to lower courts to […]
Justice Thomas Questions Legality of Jack Smith’s Appointment in Potential Roadmap for Judge Cannon
Justice Clarence Thomas, writing a concurring opinion for Monday’s Supreme Court ruling on presidential immunity, questioned the constitutionality of the appointment of special counsel Jack Smith, suggesting not only that the position was invalid but that Smith could not legally hold the position. Thomas Page 9 Consent They suggest Smith’s appointment is unconstitutional and that […]
Trump classified docs judge to weigh alleged ‘unlawful’ appointment of Special Counsel Jack Smith
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Scrutiny Over Jack Smith’s Potentially ‘Unlawful’ Appointment Could Undermine His Prosecution Of Trump
The constitutionality of the appointment of Special Counsel Jack Smith will be tested next week in a hearing before U.S. District Judge Eileen Cannon. Cannon already postponed former President Donald Trump’s classified documents trial indefinitely in May. listen On June 21, arguments were held on whether the entire case should be dismissed due to Smith’s […]
Hearing Scheduled in Trump’s Classified Documents Case Could Invalidate Jack Smith’s Appointment
U.S. District Judge Eileen Cannon has expanded the scope of a June 21 hearing in President Donald Trump’s classified documents case, which could void Jack Smith’s appointment as special counsel and overturn the charges against President Trump. Judge Cannon’s order late Tuesday night allows the lawyers to argue multiple briefs filed by outside counsel, including […]
Rep. Massie presses Garland on constitutionality of Special Counsel Jack Smith’s appointment
During Tuesday’s hearing, Republican Rep. Thomas Massie of Kentucky questioned Attorney General Merrick about the constitutionality of appointing Jack Smith as special counsel. Garland, testifying before the House Judiciary Committee, was questioned by Massie about Smith’s appointment to oversee the classified documents and the Jan. 6 investigation into former President Donald Trump. “What authority do […]