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Judge Delays Beginning of Trump Documents Trial Indefinitely

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The federal judge overseeing former President Donald J. Trump’s classified documents case has formally delayed the start of the trial, citing unresolved legal issues and the need for further preparation before a jury can hear the charges. Judge Aileen M. Cannon scrapped the original May 20 start date but did not set a new one, stating that it would be “imprudent” to do so at this point.

Mr. Trump is facing charges of mishandling and illegally retaining classified material after leaving the White House, as well as obstructing the government’s efforts to retrieve it. The trial, which also involves sensitive information under the Classified Information Procedures Act, has significant implications given the potential impact on the 2020 election.

Judge Cannon’s decision to delay the trial comes after months of legal maneuvering by Mr. Trump’s defense team, including motions to dismiss the case and challenges to the prosecution team. The judge’s newly issued calendar includes hearings and filing deadlines that extend into late July, making it unlikely that the trial will begin before August.

One of the key issues in the case is the inventory of classified materials that Mr. Trump’s lawyers must submit, which will determine what information can be presented to the jury. The defense has raised concerns about the preservation of evidence by the prosecution team, further complicating the already complex legal proceedings.

As the trial continues to unfold, the stakes remain high for both Mr. Trump and the justice system as a whole. The delay in setting a new trial date underscores the challenges and complexities involved in prosecuting a former president on such serious charges.

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