Garland Faces Pressure to Release Trump Report

U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland plans to release a portion of the special counsel Jack Smith's report concerning Donald Trump's alleged election interference, but not the part concerning the mishandling of classified documents, due to potential prejudice against other defendants. This decision follows a temporary block by U.S. District Judge Aileen Cannon, which prevents the release of the entire report until reviewed by the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals. Garland's intent is to inform Congress and the public about significant matters, and he is seeking to overturn the block in court. Trump's legal team has opposed the report's release, citing violations of presidential immunity and the Presidential Transition Act, and is pushing for the report to be handled by the incoming attorney general. Critics and legal experts are urging Garland to release the full report, emphasizing transparency and accountability. Despite the legal challenges, Garland has expressed that releasing the report aligns with public interest and legal norms.