Special Counsel Jack Smith notified Judge Aileen Cannon of his next move following the dismissal of former President Donald Trump’s classified documents case.
On Wednesday, Smith filed a notice of appeal of Cannon’s ruling in favor of Trump this month.
“The United States of America hereby gives notice that it appeals to the United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit from the order of the District Court entered on July 15, 2024, Docket Entry 672,” Smith’s notice of appeal document said.
Earlier this week, Cannon issued a bombshell ruling which declared Smith’s appointment as special counsel unconstitutional, effectively halted one of two federal cases against Trump. The former president faced 40 charges related to his alleged mishandling of classified documents at his Mar-a-Lago estate in Florida.
This is a developing story that will be updated as more information becomes available.
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