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The Battle Over Jack Smith’s Report
Jan 7, 2025
Judge Aileen Cannon's controversial order to keep Jack Smith's investigative report under wraps is sparking intense debate. Preet Bharara and Joyce Vance dissect Trump's legal battles, including his upcoming sentencing and the implications of recent rulings against him. They also explore the aftermath of a New Orleans terror attack, where law enforcement failures are under scrutiny. The discussions highlight the intersection of law and politics, particularly as Trump's presidency intertwines with ongoing legal challenges.
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- Trump's legal team is using procedural challenges to block the release of Jack Smith's report, questioning its constitutionality.
- The contrasting statuses of the two volumes of the special counsel's report indicate a complex legal landscape surrounding Trump's actions.
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Trump's Legal Challenges and Special Counsel Report
Former President Trump is actively seeking to block Special Counsel Jack Smith from releasing a report concerning the investigations into his activities. This comes on the heels of a New York judge scheduling Trump's sentencing for his Manhattan criminal conviction, ruling that he would avoid prison time. Trump's legal team argues that the appointment of Jack Smith was unconstitutional, which they believe invalidates any actions taken by him, including the potential release of his report. This situation highlights a significant legal strategy employed by Trump's lawyers, leveraging procedural challenges to undermine the authority of the special counsel's findings.
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