Judge Denies Request to Seal Court Filings in Jack Smith Investigation of Donald Trump
Shared By Peter Boykin – American Political Commentator / Citizen Journalist
Judge Denies Request to Seal Court Filings in Jack Smith Investigation of Donald Trump
A federal judge has ruled against the request made by special counsel Jack Smith to keep his court filings confidential from the public eye. U.S. District Judge Aileen Cannon, overseeing the case involving former President Donald Trump, found that the request lacked sufficient legal or factual grounds to warrant sealing the motion. In her decision, Cannon stated, “The Special Counsel’s motion for leave to file under seal… is DENIED.”
Furthermore, Judge Cannon has raised questions regarding the use of an out-of-state grand jury in Florida for the ongoing investigation. She has called for clarification from prosecutors on the appropriateness of utilizing an out-of-district grand jury for the case, particularly for the purpose of pursuing post-indictment proceedings.
Former President Trump expressed his perspective on the matter via his social media platform, Truth Social. He questioned the potential implications of political opponents leveling charges during campaign periods, raising concerns about the impact on a candidate’s message and schedule. Trump highlighted the timeline, noting that there was ample time to file charges before the campaign began.
[Source: Fox News]
