GOP lawmakers, ex-Trump prosecutor praise end of special counsel Jack Smith’s ‘lawfare,’ as Dems decry classified docs ruling

A federal judge’s shocking decision on Monday to dismiss former President Donald Trump’s classified documents lawsuit divided US lawmakers and prosecutors, with Republicans celebrating a “victory” and Democrats lamenting a “misguided ruling.” U.S. District Judge Eileen Cannon ruled that the appointment of special counsel Jack Smith was unconstitutional, ending one of the former president’s biggest […]

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 […]

Drew Smith’s Mets season is over after UCL surgery

Drew Smith’s season is officially over. And there’s a good chance his Mets career will be the same way. The relief pitcher underwent UCL reconstruction and endoscopic augmentation surgery in his right elbow on Friday, the team announced. The surgery was performed by Dr. Keith Meister in Arlington, Texas. He will likely miss the rest […]