WASHINGTON (AP) — The federal judge in Florida presiding over the classified documents prosecution of former President Donald Trump has canceled the May 20 trial date, postponing it indefinitely.

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    6 months ago

    She’s held to the same standard as any other judge.

    which seems to be no standard at all…

    All the more reason Smith should file a motion for recusal.

    yet he inexplicably does not… hmm I wonder

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      6 months ago

      He has not, but while her actions have been unconventional, she’s toed the line a bit when challenged. I’m hoping that removing the case from the calendar entirely is what pushes Smith to act.

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        6 months ago

        I can bet you one million internet points he will not move against her.

        Believe me, I will be very happy to lose this bet to you… but I have been burnt too many times to believe that will happen

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      6 months ago

      We should have been rioting a long time ago. All the “it takes time for airtight case” and “ you only get one shot at the king” boiling frogs