Overview

• Judge Aileen Cannon is under scrutiny for the slow progress of the Trump documents case, with speculation that the recent departure of two law clerks is contributing to delays.
• David Lat, a legal commentator, reported that the turnover in Cannon's staff, including the quitting of two law clerks, might be impeding the case's progress.
• The law clerks reportedly left for personal reasons and after having a child, with their departures described as highly unusual and potentially disruptive.
• Cannon's handling of the Trump case, and her rulings in it, have faced criticism, raising concerns over the trial's postponement beyond its expected May 20 start date.
• Former employees and legal experts describe a significant change in Cannon's behavior and management style since taking on the Trump case, contributing to a challenging work environment.