The Staggering Success of Trump’s Trial Delay Tactics
Apr 11, 2024
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Alan Feuer from The New York Times discusses how Trump managed to delay his criminal trials successfully. They delve into Trump's legal tactics, his unorthodox defense strategies, and the challenges faced by prosecutors. The podcast highlights Trump's ability to exploit legal loopholes and hinder significant cases against him.
Trump successfully delayed trials using unconventional defenses and multiple motions.
Judge's consideration of Trump's unique defense approach raised concerns about trial direction.
Deep dives
Trump's Delay Tactics in Criminal Trials
Former President Donald Trump has been successful in delaying the criminal trials against him, particularly in the Hush Money case. Through his legal team's filing of numerous motions, including unconventional defenses like the Presidential Records Act, Trump managed to stall the trial, complicating the judge's decision-making process. This delay strategy has effectively pushed back the trial dates, potentially influencing the outcome.
Judge Cannon's Unorthodox Approaches
Judge Aileen Cannon, a relatively inexperienced judge appointed by Trump, has been handling the case involving Trump's missing classified documents. She entertained unusual arguments presented by Trump's lawyers, allowing delays and creating uncertainty in the trial schedule. Despite rejecting some motions, her decision to consider Trump's unique defense approach in jury instructions has raised concerns about the case's direction.
Prosecution's Challenges and Threats to the Case
Federal prosecutors, led by Special Counsel Jack Smith, have vehemently opposed Trump's delay tactics, particularly his interpretation of the Presidential Records Act. The prosecutors faced challenges in combating Trump's defenses and navigating Judge Cannon's decisions. The threat of a potential acquittal based on Trump's defense poses a significant risk to the government's case, highlighting the impact of delay strategies on the legal process.
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