Judge Slow Walks Trump Case & Ten Commandments Law
Jun 25, 2024
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Palm Beach County State Attorney and Notre Dame Law Professor discuss delays and legal issues in the Trump case. They also talk about Louisiana's law requiring Ten Commandments in public classrooms, sparking debates on church-state separation.
Judge Eileen Cannon's nuanced approach and delays in the Trump case highlight legal inefficiency.
Louisiana passing a law requiring Ten Commandments in classrooms sparks debate on separation of church and state.
Deep dives
Judge Eileen Cannon's Handling of Trump Case
Judge Eileen Cannon, a Trump appointee, has been criticized for the slow progress in the case against Trump involving top-secret records at Mar-a-Lago. Legal experts view this case as clear-cut, yet Cannon's delays and consideration of defense arguments have stalled the trial. Special Counsel Jack Smith's appointment legitimacy is disputed by the defense, highlighting Cannon's nuanced approach. The hearings she conducts on various legal issues further prolong the trial, indicating an unusual legal process.
Defense Challenges on Special Counsel Appointment
The defense challenges the appointment of Special Counsel Jack Smith as unconstitutional, alleging excessive independence. This argument contradicts their public stance, complicating their position. Despite the defense's persistence, the court finds this argument weak, emphasizing Judge Cannon's attention on the issue amidst criticism for legal inefficiency.
Gag Order Motion and Trump's Public Comments
Prosecutors push for a limited gag order on Trump to prevent comments endangering FBI agents. Trump's attorneys assert First Amendment protection due to his presidential candidacy. The debate revolves around Trump's public rhetoric that some perceive as potentially inciting violence, prompting legal restrictions on his speech during the pretrial phase.
Legal Stagnation and Unusual Judicial Actions
Judge Cannon's meticulous approach to Trump's case results in legal delays and unprecedented hearings for each defense motion. Her questioning and consideration of non-case parties' arguments raise concerns about the trial's progress. The court's indulgence of repeated defense challenges illustrates a unique legal process that prolongs the case and invites criticism for judicial inexperience.
Palm Beach County State Attorney Dave Aronberg discusses motions to dismiss the Special Counsel’s classified documents case against Donald Trump. Richard Garnett, a professor at Notre Dame Law School and Director of the Notre Dame Program on Church, State & Society, discusses Louisiana passing the first law in four decades, requiring that the Ten Commandments be posted in every public classroom. June Grasso hosts.