(FreePressBeacon.com) – In troubling news for Donald Trump, Judge Aileen Cannon, U.S. District Court, has denied any further delays in releasing Jack Smith’s report on Trump’s alleged attempts to overturn the 2020 election results.
LATE BREAKING UPDATE: The United States Department of Justice has now released the report to the United States Congress and the American public.
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Cannon’s decision opens the floodgates, allowing the release of Special Counsel Jack Smith’s report, which could reveal new details about Trump’s alleged 2020 election interference.
This marks a critical step in ensuring judicial transparency and has sparked discussions among Trump supporters and opponents alike.
The report is divided into two volumes. The first focuses on Trump’s purported actions to influence the election, while the second addresses allegations regarding the withholding of White House documents.
Attorney General Merrick Garland plans to release only the first volume as co-defendants still face prosecution for the latter case.
A hearing scheduled for this Friday will determine whether the document-related volume remains hidden, even from Congress.
Trump and his co-defendants may appeal to the Supreme Court to stop the report from becoming public, potentially affecting ongoing criminal proceedings.
“[This] is nothing less than another attempted political hit job which sole purpose is to disrupt the Presidential transition and undermine President Trump’s exercise of executive power,” Trump’s lawyers said, cited by Forbes.
The Justice Department seeks to release the report before Trump’s inauguration to prevent any potential interference once he’s back in office.
Meanwhile, Judge Cannon’s decision demonstrates her stance on balancing transparency with the rights of the defendants in this politically charged environment.
Attorney General Garland has stated his intent to publish the report, barring any intervention from higher courts, ensuring the public receives insight into these pivotal events.
The DOJ has filed a motion with the 11th Circuit appealing for the immediate release of the election interference findings.
“Garland has said he will release the report unless an appeals court or the Supreme Court steps in,” reports the NY Daily News.
As the nation braces for what’s next, this development underscores a commitment to transparency amidst challenging political battles, leaving many to reflect on the importance of lawful oversight and accountability.
The full ramifications of Cannon’s decision remain to be seen as new layers of the 2020 election saga unfold.
Judge Aileen Cannon says she won't block the release of special counsel Jack Smith's report into Donald Trump's January 6 actions and efforts to overturn the 2020 election https://t.co/HZLraNXng9
— CNN Politics (@CNNPolitics) January 13, 2025
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