A federal judge has decided to extend some deadlines in the case involving former President Donald J. Trump’s classified documents. This decision was made to give prosecutors more time to respond to Mr. Trump’s lawyers’ request for a broader delay following the recent Supreme Court ruling on executive immunity.
Mr. Trump’s legal team has asked Judge Aileen M. Cannon, who is presiding over the case, for permission to submit additional documents to support their argument regarding immunity. They believe that the Supreme Court’s ruling in another case, which granted Mr. Trump extensive protections for his actions as president, should also apply to the current documents case.
Judge Cannon has given prosecutors until July 18 to respond to Mr. Trump’s request for a delay. In the meantime, she has postponed two upcoming deadlines related to expert witness filings and discovery information. These delays are not expected to significantly impact the overall pace of the case, which has already been moving slowly due to previous decisions made by Judge Cannon.
The trial date for Mr. Trump and his co-defendants has not been set yet, as Judge Cannon is still considering various unresolved legal issues. It is unlikely that the case will go to trial before the November election, given the complexity of the legal matters at hand.
Judge Cannon’s decision to extend the deadlines is in line with her previous rulings, which have been characterized by unique aspects. The case continues to draw attention and scrutiny as it progresses through the legal system.