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Major Decision for Judge in Trump's Election Case: How Much Evidence to Reveal

The Supreme Court ruling complicates Trump's prosecution concerning the 2020 election and may allow for public disclosure of evidence.

How the Federal Cases Against Trump Came Sputtering Back to Life

The legal cases against Trump are reactivating amidst significant political consequences ahead of the election.

Jack Smith Moves to Dismiss Charges Against Trump in Election and Documents Cases

Prosecutors acknowledged they cannot charge sitting presidents, leading to the dismissal of cases against Trump.

The 11 Most Shocking, Damning, and Weird Revelations From the DOJ's New 165-Page Bombshell Motion in Trump's Election Case

Special Counsel's motion reveals Trump's alleged criminal actions to overturn the 2020 election results, challenging claims of presidential immunity.

Trump makes last effort to seal details from January 6 inquiry before election

Trump's legal team seeks to limit public disclosure of evidence in 2020 election investigation to protect witnesses and his campaign.

Trump's lawyers ask AG Garland not to release special counsel report

Trump's lawyers are urging for the blocking of the release of special counsel Smith's report to prevent disruption during the presidential transition.

Major Decision for Judge in Trump's Election Case: How Much Evidence to Reveal

The Supreme Court ruling complicates Trump's prosecution concerning the 2020 election and may allow for public disclosure of evidence.

How the Federal Cases Against Trump Came Sputtering Back to Life

The legal cases against Trump are reactivating amidst significant political consequences ahead of the election.

Jack Smith Moves to Dismiss Charges Against Trump in Election and Documents Cases

Prosecutors acknowledged they cannot charge sitting presidents, leading to the dismissal of cases against Trump.

The 11 Most Shocking, Damning, and Weird Revelations From the DOJ's New 165-Page Bombshell Motion in Trump's Election Case

Special Counsel's motion reveals Trump's alleged criminal actions to overturn the 2020 election results, challenging claims of presidential immunity.

Trump makes last effort to seal details from January 6 inquiry before election

Trump's legal team seeks to limit public disclosure of evidence in 2020 election investigation to protect witnesses and his campaign.

Trump's lawyers ask AG Garland not to release special counsel report

Trump's lawyers are urging for the blocking of the release of special counsel Smith's report to prevent disruption during the presidential transition.
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Jack Smith Plans to Step Down as Special Counsel Before Trump Takes Office

Jack Smith aims to complete investigations against Trump before his inauguration to avoid any interference from the incoming administration.

Judge Cannon tossing Trump's case raises risk for acting prosecutors

Cannon's ruling could threaten the future of special counsels and federal prosecutors serving in temporary roles.
The legitimacy of federally appointed officials may be increasingly challenged following this court decision.

Jack Smith to end Trump cases and resign, report says; Musk and Ramaswamy roles cause conflict of interest concerns - live

Jack Smith plans to conclude his investigations into Donald Trump and resign before the upcoming presidential inauguration.

Trump says he would fire Jack Smith within two seconds' of becoming president

Trump would fire special counsel Jack Smith if re-elected, aiming to halt ongoing criminal investigations against him.

Trump moves to block report on election interference and classified documents cases US politics live

Trump's attorneys request to halt report completion by special counsel Jack Smith.
Motion to delay sentencing for business fraud charges was denied.
Trump's Georgia prosecution appears stalled, overshadowing other indictments.

Special counsel seeks court order limiting Trump's false claims about FBI

Special counsel argues Trump's statements put FBI agents at risk.

Jack Smith Plans to Step Down as Special Counsel Before Trump Takes Office

Jack Smith aims to complete investigations against Trump before his inauguration to avoid any interference from the incoming administration.

Judge Cannon tossing Trump's case raises risk for acting prosecutors

Cannon's ruling could threaten the future of special counsels and federal prosecutors serving in temporary roles.
The legitimacy of federally appointed officials may be increasingly challenged following this court decision.

Jack Smith to end Trump cases and resign, report says; Musk and Ramaswamy roles cause conflict of interest concerns - live

Jack Smith plans to conclude his investigations into Donald Trump and resign before the upcoming presidential inauguration.

Trump says he would fire Jack Smith within two seconds' of becoming president

Trump would fire special counsel Jack Smith if re-elected, aiming to halt ongoing criminal investigations against him.

Trump moves to block report on election interference and classified documents cases US politics live

Trump's attorneys request to halt report completion by special counsel Jack Smith.
Motion to delay sentencing for business fraud charges was denied.
Trump's Georgia prosecution appears stalled, overshadowing other indictments.

Special counsel seeks court order limiting Trump's false claims about FBI

Special counsel argues Trump's statements put FBI agents at risk.
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Pointing fingers: How politicians and cops blamed victims, passed the buck in 2024

Biden's perceived 'diminished faculties' contributed to his exit from the presidential race, contradicting Democrats' defense of him as a capable candidate.

Fox News' Kerri Urbahn Urges Pam Bondi to Get Rid of Special Counsels Once and for All' After Jack Smith, Mueller Investigations

Pam Bondi should collaborate with Congress to eliminate special counsels, addressing concerns over their unchecked power.
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End of Trump Cases Leaves Limits on Presidential Criminality Unclear

Presidential immunity raises questions about accountability for criminal wrongdoing despite ongoing investigations.

Special counsel moves to dismiss election interference case against President-elect Donald Trump

Prosecutors dismiss criminal charges against Trump due to policies protecting presidents from prosecution.

Jack Smith Moves to Dismiss Charges Against Trump in 2020 Election Case

Special counsel requests dismissal of charges against Trump due to policy against prosecuting sitting presidents, delaying accountability until after his term.

Why is US prosecutor Jack Smith dropping charges against Trump?

Trump's federal criminal cases regarding 2020 election interference and classified document handling have been dismissed, referencing constitutional protections for presidents.

Judge denies Trump's request to delay release of Jan. 6 immunity filing until after election

The judge denied Trump's request to delay the release of evidence in his Jan. 6 case, emphasizing public interest and judicial integrity.

Two Key Prosecutors in Trump Documents Case Leave Special Counsel's Office

Key prosecutors departing may indicate lengthy delays in Trump's classified documents case trial.

End of Trump Cases Leaves Limits on Presidential Criminality Unclear

Presidential immunity raises questions about accountability for criminal wrongdoing despite ongoing investigations.

Special counsel moves to dismiss election interference case against President-elect Donald Trump

Prosecutors dismiss criminal charges against Trump due to policies protecting presidents from prosecution.

Jack Smith Moves to Dismiss Charges Against Trump in 2020 Election Case

Special counsel requests dismissal of charges against Trump due to policy against prosecuting sitting presidents, delaying accountability until after his term.

Why is US prosecutor Jack Smith dropping charges against Trump?

Trump's federal criminal cases regarding 2020 election interference and classified document handling have been dismissed, referencing constitutional protections for presidents.

Judge denies Trump's request to delay release of Jan. 6 immunity filing until after election

The judge denied Trump's request to delay the release of evidence in his Jan. 6 case, emphasizing public interest and judicial integrity.

Two Key Prosecutors in Trump Documents Case Leave Special Counsel's Office

Key prosecutors departing may indicate lengthy delays in Trump's classified documents case trial.
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#election-fraud-claims

Jack Smith: Trump 'Resorted to Crimes' After 2020 Election

The Special Counsel intends to prosecute Trump for private crimes related to efforts to stay in office after the 2020 election.

Law Professor Says Trump Firing Members of Jack Smith's Team Would Be Probably Illegal' and Lead To Lawsuits

Trump considers firing special counsel Jack Smith's team; experts warn it may be illegal.
Presidential immunity may complicate legal accountability for Trump's actions.

Jack Smith: Trump 'Resorted to Crimes' After 2020 Election

The Special Counsel intends to prosecute Trump for private crimes related to efforts to stay in office after the 2020 election.

Law Professor Says Trump Firing Members of Jack Smith's Team Would Be Probably Illegal' and Lead To Lawsuits

Trump considers firing special counsel Jack Smith's team; experts warn it may be illegal.
Presidential immunity may complicate legal accountability for Trump's actions.
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#legal-analysis

Does narrowed question in Trump immunity case benefit special counsel? Some commentators think so

Supreme Court narrowed focus on presidential immunity for conduct during office
Focus on official acts rather than absolute immunity may benefit special counsel

That's Simply Not Accurate!' CNN Analyst Rejects Narrative' Jack Smith Dropped Trump Bombshell For Election

Elliot Williams defends the timing of the Special Counsel's filing as court-mandated, dismissing claims of political motives 30 days before the election.

Does narrowed question in Trump immunity case benefit special counsel? Some commentators think so

Supreme Court narrowed focus on presidential immunity for conduct during office
Focus on official acts rather than absolute immunity may benefit special counsel

That's Simply Not Accurate!' CNN Analyst Rejects Narrative' Jack Smith Dropped Trump Bombshell For Election

Elliot Williams defends the timing of the Special Counsel's filing as court-mandated, dismissing claims of political motives 30 days before the election.
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#classified-materials

Scoop: Deputy AG Lisa Monaco recused herself from Biden classified docs probe

Monaco recused herself from the investigation into Biden, raising questions about independence and handling of politically sensitive matters.

How Justice Dept. special counsel policies let Hur critique Biden's memory

Special counsel Robert K. Hur's final report concludes that Joe Biden mishandled classified materials in 2017, but there was not enough proof that he intended to break the law.
The report also highlights President Biden's allegedly faulty memory, sparking criticism and backlash from Republicans and Democrats alike.

Scoop: Deputy AG Lisa Monaco recused herself from Biden classified docs probe

Monaco recused herself from the investigation into Biden, raising questions about independence and handling of politically sensitive matters.

How Justice Dept. special counsel policies let Hur critique Biden's memory

Special counsel Robert K. Hur's final report concludes that Joe Biden mishandled classified materials in 2017, but there was not enough proof that he intended to break the law.
The report also highlights President Biden's allegedly faulty memory, sparking criticism and backlash from Republicans and Democrats alike.
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#hunter-biden

Hunter Biden laptop to be introduced as evidence at gun trial, special counsel Weiss says in filing

Special counsel plans to introduce Hunter Biden's laptop as evidence in his gun charges trial.

Tucking In Alexander Smirnov: Abbe Lowell Accuses David Weiss of Doing Russia's Bidding - emptywheel

The defendant claimed the Special Counsel's investigation infected the case.
The defendant's shifting claims about the Special Counsel's actions raise doubts about the credibility of his arguments.

Judge's sanctions threat based on just one misused word, Hunter Biden's attorneys say

Hunter Biden's attorneys defend against judge's sanctions threat over one word misuse

The US Attorney for Delaware Treats Contract Law as a Hypertechnicality - emptywheel

Weiss' transition to Special Counsel
Technical challenges do not affect core felony conduct.

This lying witness does not exonerate the Bidens

Special Counsel charged Alexander Smirnov for spreading a false story about Hunter Biden.
The filing undermines claims of a Russian disinformation campaign.

Hunter Biden laptop to be introduced as evidence at gun trial, special counsel Weiss says in filing

Special counsel plans to introduce Hunter Biden's laptop as evidence in his gun charges trial.

Tucking In Alexander Smirnov: Abbe Lowell Accuses David Weiss of Doing Russia's Bidding - emptywheel

The defendant claimed the Special Counsel's investigation infected the case.
The defendant's shifting claims about the Special Counsel's actions raise doubts about the credibility of his arguments.

Judge's sanctions threat based on just one misused word, Hunter Biden's attorneys say

Hunter Biden's attorneys defend against judge's sanctions threat over one word misuse

The US Attorney for Delaware Treats Contract Law as a Hypertechnicality - emptywheel

Weiss' transition to Special Counsel
Technical challenges do not affect core felony conduct.

This lying witness does not exonerate the Bidens

Special Counsel charged Alexander Smirnov for spreading a false story about Hunter Biden.
The filing undermines claims of a Russian disinformation campaign.
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#indictment

Three Ways That Jack Smith Could Resurrect the Classified Documents Case

Dismissing of the federal government's classified documents indictment due to improper appointment of prosecutor by the attorney general.
Special counsel Jack Smith's intent to appeal the dismissal of the case, with uncertain strategy ahead.

A blow to candidate Joe Biden

The special counsel appointed to investigate Joe Biden has declined to file charges against the U.S. president, citing insufficient evidence and the policy of not indicting sitting presidents.
The special counsel's report mentioned that it would be difficult for a jury to convict Biden due to his sympathetic image as an elderly man with a poor memory.

Three Ways That Jack Smith Could Resurrect the Classified Documents Case

Dismissing of the federal government's classified documents indictment due to improper appointment of prosecutor by the attorney general.
Special counsel Jack Smith's intent to appeal the dismissal of the case, with uncertain strategy ahead.

A blow to candidate Joe Biden

The special counsel appointed to investigate Joe Biden has declined to file charges against the U.S. president, citing insufficient evidence and the policy of not indicting sitting presidents.
The special counsel's report mentioned that it would be difficult for a jury to convict Biden due to his sympathetic image as an elderly man with a poor memory.
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Judge Dismisses Trump Classified Documents Case

Judge dismissed classified documents case against former President Donald Trump due to violation of the Appointments Clause by special counsel.
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Special counsel hearing live: Hur defends his characterization of Biden's memory

Biden denies knowingly retaining classified information after leaving office.
Special counsel clears Biden of criminal charges but criticizes his age and competence.

No Trial for Biden Over Documents, but a Political Mess

Special counsel concludes no criminal charges against President Biden for handling classified material.
Biden criticized for sharing sensitive information with a ghostwriter and having memory lapses during interviews.

White House Bristles At Inaccurate and Inappropriate' Comments In Brutal DOJ Report

The White House reacts to the Special Counsel's report on President Biden's retaining of classified documents, praising the decision not to indict him and acknowledging his cooperation.
The White House plans to take new actions to prevent similar mistakes in the future.

Biden Makes Stunning Mexico-Egypt Gaffe in WH Presser

President Biden made a gaffe by confusing Mexico with Egypt during a press conference.
The gaffe comes just hours after a Special Counsel report criticized Biden's cognitive function.

Jill Biden wonders whether special counsel used son's death to score political points

First Lady Jill Biden defends President Biden's memory in response to special counsel's comments about his son's death.
Biden's team is working to alleviate concerns about the president's age and memory.

Special counsel hearing live: Hur defends his characterization of Biden's memory

Biden denies knowingly retaining classified information after leaving office.
Special counsel clears Biden of criminal charges but criticizes his age and competence.

No Trial for Biden Over Documents, but a Political Mess

Special counsel concludes no criminal charges against President Biden for handling classified material.
Biden criticized for sharing sensitive information with a ghostwriter and having memory lapses during interviews.

White House Bristles At Inaccurate and Inappropriate' Comments In Brutal DOJ Report

The White House reacts to the Special Counsel's report on President Biden's retaining of classified documents, praising the decision not to indict him and acknowledging his cooperation.
The White House plans to take new actions to prevent similar mistakes in the future.

Biden Makes Stunning Mexico-Egypt Gaffe in WH Presser

President Biden made a gaffe by confusing Mexico with Egypt during a press conference.
The gaffe comes just hours after a Special Counsel report criticized Biden's cognitive function.

Jill Biden wonders whether special counsel used son's death to score political points

First Lady Jill Biden defends President Biden's memory in response to special counsel's comments about his son's death.
Biden's team is working to alleviate concerns about the president's age and memory.
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In Advance of Robert Hur Hit Job, DOJ Updated Public Identification Policy - emptywheel

Weinsheimer defends Special Counsel Hur's comments on uncharged conduct by citing Department policy.
Biden's attorneys were initially confused but later found the reference in a recent addition to the Justice Manual.

What special counsel's team is asking court to do regarding Trump

Special counsel urges Supreme Court to deny Trump immunity and allow trial in election subversion case to proceed quickly.
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Biden classified documents special counsel report: six key takeaways

The US Department of Justice special counsel concluded that Joe Biden willfully kept and shared classified information after his vice-presidency, but he will not face criminal charges.
Biden's team criticized the report, citing inappropriate comments and investigative excess.

Biden Rebukes Special Counsel Over 'Faulty Memory' Claim

Joe Biden will not be charged with any crimes for taking classified documents to his home in Delaware.
The special counsel report detailed instances where Biden appeared to have problems with his memory, sparking pushback from Biden and the White House.

How Bad Is the Special Counsel's Report for Biden?

The special counsel will not charge President Biden for having classified documents at his home in Delaware.
Special counsel Robert Hur stated that Biden had 'diminished faculties and faulty memory' in their conversations together.

Devastating DOJ Report Says Biden 'Did Not Remember When He Was Vice President'

President Joe Biden will not be charged over his retention of government documents.
Special Counsel Robert Hur stated that Biden could present as a sympathetic, well-meaning, elderly man with a poor memory if charged.

Special counsel report on Biden a partisan hit job', Democrats say

Senior aides and political observers criticize special counsel Robert Hur for discussing President Biden's age and fading memory in his report on Biden's retention of classified information.
Comparisons are made to James Comey's investigation of Hillary Clinton's emails in 2016, suggesting that Hur's report could have a similar impact on the election.

By propping up Biden, Dems are committing elder abuse - and abusing the nation

President Biden has been described as an elderly man with a poor memory by special counsel Robert Hur.
There are concerns about Biden's mental fitness to run the country, despite publicly dismissing these concerns.

Biden classified documents special counsel report: six key takeaways

The US Department of Justice special counsel concluded that Joe Biden willfully kept and shared classified information after his vice-presidency, but he will not face criminal charges.
Biden's team criticized the report, citing inappropriate comments and investigative excess.

Biden Rebukes Special Counsel Over 'Faulty Memory' Claim

Joe Biden will not be charged with any crimes for taking classified documents to his home in Delaware.
The special counsel report detailed instances where Biden appeared to have problems with his memory, sparking pushback from Biden and the White House.

How Bad Is the Special Counsel's Report for Biden?

The special counsel will not charge President Biden for having classified documents at his home in Delaware.
Special counsel Robert Hur stated that Biden had 'diminished faculties and faulty memory' in their conversations together.

Devastating DOJ Report Says Biden 'Did Not Remember When He Was Vice President'

President Joe Biden will not be charged over his retention of government documents.
Special Counsel Robert Hur stated that Biden could present as a sympathetic, well-meaning, elderly man with a poor memory if charged.

Special counsel report on Biden a partisan hit job', Democrats say

Senior aides and political observers criticize special counsel Robert Hur for discussing President Biden's age and fading memory in his report on Biden's retention of classified information.
Comparisons are made to James Comey's investigation of Hillary Clinton's emails in 2016, suggesting that Hur's report could have a similar impact on the election.

By propping up Biden, Dems are committing elder abuse - and abusing the nation

President Biden has been described as an elderly man with a poor memory by special counsel Robert Hur.
There are concerns about Biden's mental fitness to run the country, despite publicly dismissing these concerns.
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