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Trump Loses Dismissal Attempt & Bridge Collapse

Apr 5, 2024
Former federal prosecutor Robert Mintz discusses a legal case involving Trump and classified documents. Maritime law expert Martin Davies talks about the Baltimore bridge collapse. Topics include presidential records classification, legal proceedings in Trump's hush money trial, judicial challenges, gag orders in trials, and limited liability for ship owners.
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  • Legal battle over handling of classified documents by Trump raises concerns about potential acquittal based on Presidential Records Act interpretations.
  • Collapse of Baltimore bridge highlights maritime law complexities and importance of infrastructure safety.

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Legal Battle Over Trump's Classified Documents

The legal battle over former President Trump's handling of classified documents continues as prosecutors challenge the judge's focus on the Presidential Records Act. Prosecutors argue that designating national security documents as personal under the Act is baseless and could potentially influence an acquittal. The Special Counsel asserts that Trump did not label the documents as personal while in office, leading to a clash over legal interpretations and factual accounts.

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