In a recent development in the ongoing legal battle involving former President Trump, Judge Cannon has come under fire for her handling of the case. Criticism has been leveled at her from both Trump and Smith, the prosecutor in the case, over her decisions regarding jury instruction proposals.
Defense attorney Aronberg has suggested that Cannon’s actions may lead to an appeal from Smith, who has raised concerns about the pace of the case and the need for a prompt resolution. This is especially crucial as Trump is facing an upcoming trial in New York.
Trump’s lawyers are arguing that the Presidential Records Act gives him the authority to decide the classification of documents seized by investigators. However, Cannon recently rejected Trump’s request to dismiss charges based on this act.
Smith’s ability to appeal hinges on Cannon making a specific ruling on the jury instructions related to the Presidential Records Act. If Cannon does not make a ruling before the trial begins, it could lead to issues with double jeopardy rules.
There have been suggestions that Smith may seek to have Cannon removed from the case if necessary. However, if Cannon is replaced, it would result in a reset in the case and likely delay a pre-election trial.
Trump, along with his co-defendants Walt Nauta and Carlos De Oliveira, is facing multiple charges in the case to which he has pleaded not guilty. The pressure is now on Cannon to make a ruling before the trial begins to avoid any further complications in the legal proceedings.
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