The judge in control of the trial concerning Donald Trump and his handling of classified documents declared a dismissal of the charges on Monday, attributing her decision to what she termed the unlawful appointment and funding of Special Counsel Jack Smith.
What We Know:
- Appointed by Trump, Judge Aileen Cannon outlined in her 93-page ruling that the appointment of Smith lacked legality and was not conditional.
- This development occurred coinciding with the opening day of the Republican National Convention and was shortly after an attempt on the former president’s life over the preceding weekend.
- Immediate comments from the Justice Department, the office of the Special Counsel, and Trump’s campaign team were not forthcoming as they have not yet responded to inquiries for responses.
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