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Judge Aileen Cannon stirs controversy by dismissing Trump case; Clarence Thomas's unexpected involvement raises questions. Analysis of concurrences in legal decisions and historical context of special prosecutors. Discussion on appointments clause and scrutiny of Judge Cannon's writing. Delve into legal challenges, decision-making authority, and interpretation of officials in legal cases.
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- Questioning the legality of special counsel appointments based on lack of statutory authority.
- Emphasizing the importance of independent investigations and addressing conflicts of interest.
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Challenging the Appointments of Special Counsel
Eileen Cannon and Clarence Thomas question the validity of appointments for special counsels, arguing that every new special counsel appointment should require a new law passed by Congress. They contend that the positions are not properly established by existing statutes, suggesting that a lack of statutory authority undermines the legality of special counsels.
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