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Baldwin’s ‘Rust’ Reprisal & Trump’s Legal Headspinner
Jul 19, 2024
Legal analyst Eriq Gardner discusses the dismissal of a case against Donald Trump involving classified documents and the potential legal aftermath of Alec Baldwin's 'Rust' manslaughter case. The podcast explores political influences on legal decisions, evidence tampering in Baldwin's case, and the possibility of a civil rights lawsuit.
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- Federal judge dismissed case against Trump citing special prosecutor concerns, raising constitutional questions.
- Alec Baldwin's 'Rust' shooting case dismissed for prosecutorial misconduct, cannot be refiled, sparking legal scrutiny.
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Legal Case Against Donald Trump Dismissed
Federal Judge Eileen Cannon dismissed the legal case against Donald Trump, brought by special prosecutor Jack Smith, citing constitutional concerns related to the appointment of special prosecutors. The judge's decision raised questions about the distinction between principal and inferior officers in federal agencies, highlighting the lack of clarity in this area. This unprecedented ruling and its implications, including the potential appeal to higher courts, have significant ramifications for the ongoing legal challenges against Donald Trump.
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