Appeals Court Sets Timeline for DOJ's Trump Documents Case Revival

Special Counsel Jack Smith's appeal against the dismissal of the classified documents case will progress with initial briefs due by late August.

The 11th Circuit Court of Appeals scheduled the DOJ's opening briefs for August 27 and Trump's response within 30 days.
Judge Aileen Cannon dismissed the case, citing improper appointment of Jack Smith by Attorney General Merrick Garland.
Trump was charged with retaining classified documents and obstructing government efforts to retrieve them after leaving office.
The dismissal leaned on a Supreme Court ruling on presidential immunity, partially supported by Justice Clarence Thomas.
If the case is revived, Trump can appeal to the full 11th Circuit or the Supreme Court.