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Judge Dismisses Trump Classified Documents Case, Citing Improper Appointment of Special Counsel
A federal judge, Aileen Cannon, dismissed the classified documents case against former President Donald Trump, agreeing with defense arguments that special counsel Jack Smith was improperly appointed by the Justice Department. The ruling marks a significant legal victory for Trump, who faced charges related to hoarding classified documents at his Mar-a-Lago estate and obstructing efforts to retrieve them. Cannon stated that Smith's appointment bypassed congressional approval, violating the Constitution’s Appointments Clause. The decision may be appealed, but it concludes a case considered one of Trump’s most serious legal threats. The judge has previously shown favorable tendencies toward Trump in her handling of the case.
Canadian Officials Briefed on Trump Assassination Attempt, LeBlanc Assures Security Measures
OTTAWA -- Public Safety Minister Dominic LeBlanc has been briefed by the RCMP and CSIS following the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump. LeBlanc assured that the RCMP has the necessary resources to address threats against Canadian politicians. He responded to questions in New Brunswick amid concerns about political violence spreading to Canada. The incident at a Trump rally in Pennsylvania resulted in two deaths and two critical injuries. LeBlanc declined to discuss specific threats to avoid encouraging further violence.
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