Judge rejects special counsel request to limit Trump's speech in classified documents case
SUMMARY
Judge Aileen Cannon rejected the prosecution's request for a gag order on former President Donald Trump's public statements related to special counsel Jack Smith's classified documents case. The motion aimed to prevent Trump from allegedly endangering law enforcement and compromising trial integrity. Cannon denied the motion, criticizing the prosecution's procedural handling and lack of consultation with Trump's defense. The request followed Trump's comments regarding FBI actions at his Mar-a-Lago residence during a search, prompting concerns about threats to law enforcement. The trial, involving allegations of illegal retention of national defense information, continues with both sides maintaining their innocence.
