The federal judge overseeing the case involving former President Donald Trump’s handling of classified documents has rejected the government’s request to keep the list of witnesses he is forbidden to speak with confidential. Federal prosecutors had asked U.S. District Judge Aileen Cannon to seal the list of 84 potential witnesses who may testify during the trial. However, Judge Cannon ruled that the prosecution did not provide sufficient justification for sealing the list and did not explore alternative methods of redaction or partial sealing.
In a related development, a federal magistrate had previously prohibited Trump from discussing his indictment with the listed witnesses during his arraignment. While the full list of witnesses is not public, it reportedly includes aides, advisers, and employees of Trump’s Mar-a-Lago club in Florida, where the classified documents were discovered. Additionally, Trump is also barred from discussing the case with his personal aide, Walt Nauta, who is also charged in the indictment.
A coalition of news outlets has requested Judge Cannon to release the list of witnesses, emphasizing the significance of the case in the nation’s history. They argue that the public has a strong interest in monitoring the case’s progress. However, it remains uncertain whether Special Counsel Jack Smith’s office or Trump’s attorneys will make the witness list public.
Overall, the judge’s decision to reject the request for confidentiality ensures transparency in the proceedings, allowing the public to stay informed about this significant case.
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