Judge Cannon Dismisses Trump Classified Documents Case — Appointed by Trump (2024-07-15)

Judge Aileen Cannon, a Trump appointee, dismisses the classified documents case against Trump, ruling that Special Counsel Jack Smith's appointment was unconstitutional. The ruling is immediately appealed by the Justice Department. Critics note Cannon's history of pro-Trump rulings and the unusual timing. The dismissal is seen as a major legal victory for Trump, though the legal battle over the special counsel's authority continues through appeals.