Podcast Summary
Discussion on Michael Cohen's trial scheduling and confidential witness names: Judge Cannon is considering delaying Michael Cohen's trial until after the election, which could lead to her removal from the case and hinder preparation for upcoming trials.
During a five-hour hearing before Judge Aileen Cannon in Florida, the main topics discussed were the scheduling of Michael Cohen's trial and the release of confidential witness names to the public. Regarding the trial scheduling, Trump's lawyer, Todd Blanche, argued that he's too busy campaigning for the presidency to attend the trial, but this argument has not prevailed in previous cases. Judge Cannon's decision on the trial date is in flux, and if she delays it until after the election, it could lead to her removal from the case. The second issue is the release of confidential witness names, which violates circuit standards and could lead to reversal. Trump is using Judge Cannon to delay the Georgia and DC election interference cases, combining his involvement as a criminal defendant and his lawyer's defense in New York. The delay could prevent adequate preparation for the next trial and potentially block the scheduling of the cases on top of each other.
Donald Trump's criminal trials raise due process concerns: Judge Aileen Cannon's focus on witness privacy in Trump's trial delays proceedings and overlooks prevailing precedent, causing unnecessary burden on prosecution.
The ongoing criminal trials against Donald Trump in multiple jurisdictions are raising due process concerns due to the defendants' inability to prepare adequately for each trial. This issue is particularly pressing with Judge Aileen Cannon, who is currently presiding over one of the cases and is blocking out other scheduling to ensure sufficient time for the defense. However, Cannon's insistence on keeping witness names private from public disclosure, despite Trump's team receiving them, has drawn criticism due to the potential for violent rhetoric and threats against the witnesses. The judge's myopic focus on this issue has led her to overlook the prevailing 11th Circuit precedent and impose an unnecessary burden on the prosecution.
DOJ accuses federal judge of errors in Trump case: The DOJ accused a federal judge of potential bias, raising concerns about her impartiality in a Trump case. Trust and Will simplifies estate planning for peace of mind and security.
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Lawyer Jack Smith may appeal judge's decisions in Mar-a-Lago case due to perceived errors: Lawyer Jack Smith, involved in the Mar-a-Lago case, may appeal judge's decisions due to perceived errors and potential 'extraordinary circumstances' leading to a new judge.
Jack Smith, a lawyer involved in a case related to Mar-a-Lago, is expected to appeal a judge's decisions due to her perceived inability to handle the case properly. Smith believes the judge has made several reversible errors since the case began and has painted herself into a corner. If Smith identifies further errors, particularly related to classified information procedure act issues, she may trigger an automatic appeal to the 11th circuit. The 11th circuit, like many circuits, has a "lemon law" that allows for a judge to be replaced under extraordinary circumstances. Smith's aggressive approach in the courtroom, as contrasted with his usual passive demeanor, suggests his growing frustration with the judge's decisions. The legal process is ongoing, and Smith's next move could involve requesting a new judge. This is just one aspect of the complex legal situation unfolding at Mar-a-Lago. Stay tuned for more updates on Legal AF. If you enjoy in-depth legal analysis, don't forget to subscribe to our newsletter at midas touch.com/newsletter.
