Podcast Summary
Unusual delays and complications in Mar a Lago espionage case: Judge's handling of Mar a Lago espionage case is causing delays and complications due to disagreements over document filings and transparency issues.
The Mar a Lago espionage and obstruction of justice case against Donald Trump and his coconspirators, presided over by Judge Aileen Cannon in the southern district of Florida, is experiencing unusual delays and complications. The judge and special counsel Jack Smith have disagreements over how and when documents should be filed and made public, leading to a backlog of motions to dismiss. The judge's handling of the docket is unusual, with her requiring parties to submit motions privately before they are docketed, creating a "secret" side docket. Despite her public stance on transparency, she is not allowing Smith to file confidential information on the public docket or forcing him to do so, resulting in a confusing and lengthy process. The hearing for several of Trump's motions to dismiss, originally scheduled for only 2 hours, is now taking place on March 14th. The overall situation highlights the complexities and potential roadblocks in the legal process, particularly when it comes to handling sensitive and classified information.
Judge's insistence on approving filings before docketing creates burden for prosecution: Judge's actions result in a 'shadow secret docket,' causing unnecessary complications for prosecution and confusion for practitioners.
In a case involving classified information, communication with the judge should be done through the public docket with appropriate redactions to protect confidential information. However, Judge Cannon's insistence on approving filings before they are docketed has created an excessive burden on the prosecution. In response, the prosecution has started docketing documents without prior approval, including the jury questionnaire to prevent potential jurors from gaming the system. This new development has resulted in a confusing situation, and even experienced practitioners are having difficulty understanding the new orders. Essentially, the judge's actions have led to a "shadow secret docket," causing unnecessary complications in the case.
Judge Cannon Orders Evidentiary Hearing on Trump Case, Gives Herself Short Prep Time: Judge Cannon has ordered an evidentiary hearing on Trump's motions to dismiss charges, but has given herself a very short time to prepare, raising concerns about the fairness and thoroughness of the process.
Judge Cannon, in the ongoing case against Donald Trump regarding his motions to dismiss charges of espionage and obstruction of justice, has ordered an evidentiary hearing on March 14th. Trump's argument is that the charges against him are based on vague laws, as he held presidential and top secret clearances, and may have mentally declassified documents. However, Judge Cannon has given herself a very short time to prepare for the hearing, ordering the reply papers from Trump to be submitted just one hour before the hearing begins. Despite the significance and potential impact of her decision, she has only given herself 120 minutes to read and understand the cases and be prepared for a full day of questioning.
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Judge Considers Dismissing Motions Against Trump for Obstructing Justice: Judge Aileen Cannon is considering dismissing some motions related to Trump's alleged obstruction of justice and hiding of documents, despite reports of destroyed evidence and ripping up incriminating material. The timeline for the trial is uncertain, with Trump suggesting a delay until after the 2025 presidential election.
The allegations against Donald Trump for obstructing justice and hiding documents from various authorities are severe, and it's surprising that Judge Aileen Cannon is considering dismissing some motions related to these allegations. Trump and his team have reportedly instructed staff to hide boxes and documents, destroyed evidence, and even ripped up incriminating material. The judge has given herself a short time to review the case and hold an oral argument, which is unusual given the gravity of the situation. Other motions to dismiss that go to the heart of the case have not been scheduled yet. The timeline for the trial is uncertain, with Trump suggesting a delay until after the 2025 presidential election. It's crucial to follow the developments in this case and provide transparent analysis, which is what we do on the Midas Touch Networks Legal AF podcast. I'm Michael Popok, and I co-anchor the show on Wednesdays and Saturdays at 8 PM EST. We provide hot takes on the intersection of law, politics, and justice every hour.
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