Judge to Rule on Legitimacy of Jack Smith's Appointment in Trump Documents Case

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A federal judge in Florida is hearing arguments on whether Special Counsel Jack Smith should be allowed to prosecute former President Donald Trump in the classified documents case. Trump's legal team argues that Smith's appointment by Attorney General Merrick Garland is unconstitutional, while the government warns of significant consequences if Trump's view is accepted. The hearings will also address a proposed gag order on Trump's public comments about the case.
Topics:nation#classified-documents#donald-trump#jack-smith#legal-proceedings#politics#special-counsel
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