Judge Cannon May Side with Trump in Classified Documents Case

In the classified documents case, Donald Trump’s legal team is opposing special counsel Jack Smith’s attempt to modify Trump’s release conditions by imposing what they term a “gag order.” Smith raised this issue on May 24, aiming to counter Trump’s statements suggesting federal agents were involved in a plot to assassinate him during the Mar-a-Lago search warrant execution. U.S. District Judge Aileen Cannon, who has previously shown favor toward Trump, might agree with Trump’s lawyers, who argue the gag order infringes on First Amendment rights and lacks evidence of actual threats. The matter is set for a June 24 hearing, and the judge’s delayed scheduling suggests she may not see the issue as urgent. Smith may bolster his arguments before the hearing to strengthen his position for a potential appeal.