Podcast Summary
Trump's Unusual Request in Mar-a-Lago Criminal Case: Trump's request for lawyers in SEPA Section 4 hearings was considered an overreach and not typical in classified info procedures, which could lead to consequences for him and co-defendants.
Former President Donald Trump's request for his lawyers to participate in SEPA Section 4 ex parte in camera hearings in the Mar-a-Lago criminal document case was considered an overreach by legal experts. This request, granted by Judge Eileen Cannon, is not typical in classified information procedures and has serious precedent against it. The judge's previous overturned rulings in the Mar-a-Lago search warrant case led her to make scheduling rulings instead of substantive ones that can be appealed. Special Counsel Jack Smith is now challenging this decision, and Trump and his codefendants may face consequences for their actions. The incident highlights the importance of adhering to established legal procedures and the potential consequences of disregarding them.
Special Counsel argues against Trump lawyers' attendance in ex parte hearings citing national security: Special Counsel Jack Smith successfully argued against Trump's team attending ex parte hearings related to national security documents, citing a 2008 court case and the importance of balancing national security with criminal defendants' 6th amendment rights.
During a recent legal proceeding, Special Counsel Jack Smith argued against allowing Trump's lawyers to attend certain ex parte in camera hearings related to national security documents, citing a 2008 11th Circuit Court of Appeals case. These hearings, where the prosecutors ask the judge to withhold sensitive documents and later provide summaries or descriptions, are conducted without the defendant or their lawyer present to protect national security and prevent potential blackmail attempts. Trump's team had filed a motion seeking access to these hearings, but Smith argued that the law, specifically CIPA section 4, does not entitle them to be present. The 11th Circuit has recognized the importance of preserving national security in these situations while balancing the criminal defendant's 6th amendment rights.
Judge denies Trump's request to unseal redacted CIPA motions: Judge Cannon denied Trump's request to make redacted CIPA motions public, stating his arguments lack legal justification due to CIPA's ex parte provisions.
The judge in the ongoing Mar-a-Lago documents case, Judge Cannon, has denied former President Trump's request to unseal redacted versions of the government's CIPA section 4 motions. Trump's argument, which includes compelling the government to file redacted versions publicly, lacks legal justification based on the statute, CIPA, and related case law. The text and underlying rationale of CIPA authorize proceeding ex parte, meaning without the defendant's presence or access, to protect classified information. Trump's attempts to distinguish relevant cases, such as United States v Campa, and cite other courts to support his motion have been unsuccessful. Even the courts Trump cites did not handle CIPA section 4 in the way Trump claims. Trump's arguments have been deemed misleading by Special Counsel Jack Smith. Meanwhile, MANSCAPED is offering a performance package 5.0 Ultra for the holiday season, which includes the Lawnmower 5.0 Ultra, the Weed Whacker 2.0 Ear and Nose Trimmer, MANSCAPES liquid formulations, and 2 free gifts. The Lawnmower 5.0 Ultra is a high-performing trimmer with next-gen blade heads for a smooth shave.
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Trump's Influence to Make Unredacted Documents Public: Trump is using the courts to potentially harm the country by making unredacted national security documents public, which could be reversed on appeal and lead to consequences for the judge.
Former President Donald Trump is attempting to use his influence to make unredacted national security documents public through the courts, which some consider to be a form of blackmail or gray mail. Trump is asking Judge Eileen Cannon to make these documents public on the public docket, potentially causing harm to the country. If Cannon complies, the Department of Justice can appeal to the 11th Circuit, where these documents will not be made public and the ruling would likely be reversed due to the sensitive nature of the information involved. This could potentially lead to Judge Cannon being removed from the case for making a reversible error. Trump's actions could be seen as an attempt to manipulate the judicial process for his own gain.
Special Counsel daring Judge Cannon to make a reversible error: Special Counsel Jack Smith is strategically opposing Trump's motion for access to SEPA filings, potentially forcing a reversible error from Judge Cannon and setting the stage for an appeal.
Special Counsel Jack Smith's opposition to Trump's motion for access to SEPA section 4 filings is a strategic move to potentially force Judge Eileen Cannon's hand and set the stage for an appeal. This comes after two prior reversible errors by Judge Cannon regarding the Mar-a-Lago search warrant and equitable jurisdiction, which were criticized in scathing orders by the 11th Circuit Court of Appeals in 2022. By calling out Trump and the co-defendants in the opposition and referencing the Campo case, Smith is daring Judge Cannon to make another reversible error. If she does, the government will immediately appeal. If she doesn't, Trump may question her impartiality. The legal work displayed in the opposition is brilliant, as it puts pressure on the judge and could ultimately make Trump pay for his overreach.
