Judge Cannon to Rule on Legitimacy of Special Counsel in Trump Documents Case
TL;DR
U.S. District Judge Aileen Cannon is holding a hearing to consider the validity of Special Counsel Jack Smith's appointment in former President Donald Trump's criminal case regarding mishandled White House documents. Trump's lawyers argue Smith's appointment is unconstitutional, while the DOJ defends it. The hearing, which includes arguments from outside legal experts, has drawn criticism for its unusual nature. The trial has been indefinitely delayed, and it's uncertain when it will proceed.
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