Federal Case Against Donald Trump Dismissed in Florida

A Florida judge dismissed the federal classified documents case against former President Donald Trump, citing the unlawful appointment of special counsel Jack Smith by the Department of Justice. This dismissal, likely to be appealed, reduces the immediate likelihood of Trump facing federal charges before the election. The ruling came amid the Republican National Convention, where Trump is set to be officially nominated as the 2024 GOP presidential candidate. Trump faces multiple legal battles, including federal charges in Washington, D.C., related to the 2020 election and previous convictions in New York state court. The judge's decision highlighted constitutional violations in Smith's appointment, questioning the authority of Congress in such appointments and spending decisions. Despite the dismissal, Trump's legal challenges continue, with implications for his potential return to the White House and ongoing criminal cases against him.