Trump Lawyers Push for Indefinite Delay in Classified Documents Trial

Lawyers for former President Donald J. Trump have requested an indefinite postponement of his trial on charges of illegally retaining classified documents, arguing that the trial should not begin until all "substantive motions" in the case have been resolved. This request presents a significant early test for Judge Aileen M. Cannon, the Trump-appointed jurist overseeing the case. If granted, the trial could be pushed into the final stages of the presidential campaign or even past the 2024 election. The timing is crucial as it could impact Trump's ability to pardon himself if he wins the election. Trump's lawyers also previewed their legal strategy, including challenging the charges based on the Presidential Records Act and questioning the impartiality of the jury during a presidential election.