Podcast Summary
Trump's Classified Folder in Bedroom, Aide's Laptop Contents Under Scrutiny: Former President Trump faced scrutiny over mishandling of classified info, including a classified folder in his bedroom and allowing aide's laptop download. DOJ discovered this during investigation into Trump's possession of gov records. Trump resisted searches, leading to contempt order.
Former President Donald Trump's handling of classified information came under scrutiny again when it was revealed that he had a classified folder in his bedroom and had allowed a junior aide to download its contents onto his laptop. The Department of Justice discovered this information during their investigation into Trump's possession of thousands of government records. Trump had initially refused to allow the Department of Justice and FBI to conduct searches of his premises, instead hiring a private security company. This led to a contempt order against Trump for not fully cooperating with the investigation. The classified folder and the laptop's contents are believed to be related to the ongoing investigation into Trump's handling of government records.
Judge delays Trump contempt charge to allow parties to work it out: Judge Beryl Howell hesitated to grant a contempt charge against Trump due to potential obstruction of justice and the possibility of parties resolving the issue
Judge Beryl Howell's decision not to grant a contempt charge against Donald Trump right away during a hearing in the Mar-a-Lago documents case may have been due to her desire to encourage the parties to work out the issue on their own and because the matter could potentially involve obstruction of justice. Additionally, reports suggest that investigators have discovered a classified folder in Trump's bedroom during their search, raising questions about why Trump was keeping such materials there. Trump's lawyer, Timothy Parlatori, explained that the empty classified folder Trump turned over to investigators was actually used by Trump to block out the light on his phone. While this detail may seem humorous, the overall situation remains serious, as Trump is currently under investigation for possible violations of the Espionage Act and other crimes related to the handling of classified documents.
President's Bedside Items Lead to Further Subpoenas: During a search, classified documents and an empty folder were found near the president's bedside. The DOJ demanded the return of the folder, leading to further investigative actions and the subpoena of a junior aide's laptop.
During a search, a manila folder labeled "classified evening summary" was found on the president's bedside table, near a landline telephone with a blue light that kept him awake. The president had placed the folder over the telephone to block the light and help him sleep. The Department of Justice, upon discovering this in the search reports, demanded the return of the empty folder, issuing a subpoena for it. The president had to find another way to keep the blue light out. Additionally, a laptop belonging to a junior aide was subpoenaed, with the Department of Justice requesting the return of the laptop and its passwords to access its contents, which reportedly contained downloaded classified information. The discovery of these items, including the empty folder, fell outside the scope of the initial subpoena, leading to further investigative actions.
DOJ investigates Trump with multiple subpoenas: The DOJ is investigating Trump for possessing classified documents, including a folder from his bedroom and records on a laptop. Several individuals have been subpoenaed, and indictments could be coming soon.
The Department of Justice has obtained classified documents from Donald Trump's possession through a subpoena process. This includes a classified folder from his bedroom and the laptop containing classified records that should not have been given to a junior aide. Special Counsel Jack Smith is leading the investigation and has subpoenaed several individuals, including Trump's lawyers, former Vice President Pence, and members of his inner circle, such as Stephen Miller and Tom Fenton. The high number of subpoenas and interviews indicates that indictments are likely to be handed down, possibly in May or June.
Criminal investigation into Trump's handling of classified documents intensifies: Legal disputes over executive and attorney-client privileges may delay potential indictments in Trump's alleged mishandling of classified records
The criminal investigation led by Jack Smith into former President Trump's handling of classified documents is intensifying, with potential legal battles over executive privilege and attorney-client privilege likely delaying any indictments. Trump's alleged mishandling of classified records, while disturbing, may not come as a shock given his past actions. Ben Mycelis from the Midas Touch Network emphasizes the importance of resolving these legal disputes swiftly for the progression of the investigation. Mycelis also encourages viewers to subscribe to their YouTube channel, support them on Patreon, and check out their production "Killing County" on Hulu. Additionally, Mycelis promotes a Maga tears mug available for purchase on their website.
