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Judge Aileen Cannon: The Controversial Figure in Trump's Legal Battle

Aileen Cannon - Classified Documents Case - Donald Trump - Jack Smith - Merrick Garland

Discover the latest on Judge Aileen Cannon and her role in the Trump classified documents case. From skeptical claims to delaying tactics, find out why she's under scrutiny!

Judge Aileen Cannon has become a central figure in the legal battle surrounding former President Donald Trump and the classified documents case. Facing pressure from federal judges to step down and criticism for controversial rulings, Judge Cannon is at the forefront of a heated debate. From pushing Trump's lawyer to defend claims to delaying the trial proceedings, her decisions are under intense scrutiny.

One year ago, the indictment of Donald Trump on charges related to hoarding classified documents randomly assigned Judge Aileen Cannon to the case. Since then, she has faced mounting criticism for her handling of the proceedings. Colleagues have raised concerns, questioning her ability to remain impartial in the case.

Currently, Judge Cannon is hearing challenges to the appointment of Special Counsel Jack Smith in the case. With skepticism towards Trump's claims and a focus on the counsel's constitutionality, the proceedings have taken unexpected turns. Her inquiries into the independence of the special counsel have added further complexity to the legal battle.

In a recent hearing, Judge Cannon delved into the constitutionality of the special counsel's appointment. The ongoing debate and scrutiny surrounding her decisions highlight the complexity and importance of the case. As the legal battle unfolds, Judge Cannon's role remains pivotal, with her rulings shaping the course of the trial. Stay tuned for more updates on this gripping legal saga!

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Judge Aileen Cannon pushes Trump's lawyer to defend claim that ... (CNN)

One day after it was reported that two federal judges urged Judge Aileen Cannon not to oversee the classified documents case against Donald Trump, ...

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Judge Aileen Cannon, and the Trump trial going nowhere fast (BBC News)

The Florida district judge overseeing Donald Trump's classified documents trial is facing scrutiny over a series of controversial rulings related to the ...

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Aileen Cannon Is Who Critics Feared She Was (The Atlantic)

One year ago, when former President Donald Trump was indicted on charges related to his hoarding of classified documents, the case was randomly assigned to ...

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Aileen Cannon 'Skeptical' of Donald Trump's Claim: Report (Newsweek)

The Trump-appointed judge held a hearing Friday about a claim that Special Counsel Jack Smith was illegally appointed.

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2 federal judges urged Aileen Cannon to step down from Trump ... (WPTV.com)

Two federal judges in South Florida urged District Judge Aileen Cannon to forgo overseeing the criminal prosecution of former President Donald Trump, ...

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Why Judge Aileen Cannon is under fire in Trump classified ... (USA TODAY)

Judge Cannon has been criticized for delaying the case on Trump's handling of classified documents. And colleagues have asked for her to step aside.

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Is Aileen Cannon Seriously Going to Shut Jack Smith Down? (The New Republic)

The Florida judge is hearing arguments on the constitutionality of the special counsel's appointment. And we've seen what she's capable of.

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Judge Cannon wants to know whether Merrick Garland is ... (Politico)

The judge in Donald Trump's classified documents case asked lawyers how much independence the special counsel has.

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Judge in Trump classified documents case hears challenge to ... (NBC News)

U.S. District Judge Aileen Cannon held a hearing Friday on former President Donald Trump's motion to dismiss the classified documents indictment against him ...

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Aileen Cannon Practicing Law in 'the Upside Down'โ€”Legal Analyst (Newsweek)

"At some point, it's got to end," former federal prosecutor Glenn Kirschner said on Friday.

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DOJ Should Do 4 Things if Aileen Cannon Dismisses Trump Case ... (Newsweek)

There have been calls for Jack Smith to ask the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 11th Circuit to remove Cannon from Trump's case.

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