Special Counsel Jack Smith Challenges Judge Cannon's Decisions on Witness Protection
Prosecutors express concern over potential witness exposure and request reconsideration of unsealing documents in Trump classified documents case.
- Special Counsel Jack Smith requests Judge Aileen Cannon to reconsider her decision to unseal documents, citing risks to witness safety.
- Prosecutors argue that revealing witness identities could lead to threats, intimidation, and harassment.
- Judge Cannon's rulings have sparked debate over witness protection and public access to court documents.
- Legal experts raise concerns about the potential impact on national security and the integrity of the trial.
- The dispute highlights the challenges of balancing transparency and protection in high-profile cases.