FL - Former President Donald Trump indicted, 40 counts, classified documents and obstruction of justice, June 2023, Trial May 2024 #2

[Niner]

@Inthedetails - your post on that tweet was about 3 hours ago - any updates? I went to his X - but can not find anything for 2023! LOL!

TIA! If you can!

 

[Inthedetails]

@Inthedetails - your post on that tweet was about 3 hours ago - any updates? I went to his X - but can not find anything for 2023! LOL!

TIA! If you can!

The only articles I see right now are behind paywalls. I think later this afternoon, the news will be wider.

jmo

 

[Niner]

The only articles I see right now are behind paywalls. I think later this afternoon, the news will be wider.

jmo

Okay - thanks! And thanks for posting this stuff. I can keep my notes updated this way!

 

[sds71]

Judge Aileen Cannon has postponed the hearing for Trump co-defendant Walt Nauta over potential conflicts of interest w/ his lawyer Stan Woodward bc she said the gov introduced new arguments related to the matter. Cannon admonished the gov for "wasting the court's time."

https://twitter.com/x/status/1712554766285639958

 

[Inthedetails]

Judge Aileen Cannon has postponed the hearing for Trump co-defendant Walt Nauta over potential conflicts of interest w/ his lawyer Stan Woodward bc she said the gov introduced new arguments related to the matter. Cannon admonished the gov for "wasting the court's time."

https://twitter.com/x/status/1712554766285639958

I don't like her.

jmopinion

 

[SouthAussie]

In a hearing Thursday, former Mar-a-Lago property manager Carlos De Oliviera waived the potential conflict of interest, repeatedly saying he's fine with his current attorney, John Irving, continuing to represent him despite alleged conflicts of interest Irving might have from representing potential government witnesses in the case.

While De Oliveira insisted he understood the issue, he appeared to struggle to describe in his own words the potential conflicts of interest his lawyer could face in the case. Earlier in the hearing, De Oliveira said he is more comfortable speaking in English than writing.

Judge Aileen Cannon, who can reject his waiver, has yet to rule on the matter.

Defendant in classified docs case waives potential conflict of interest related to his attorney

A co-defendant in the special prosecutor's classified documents case against former President Donald Trump told the judge overseeing the case that he's comfortable with his current attorney continuing to represent him despite any potential conflicts of interests. In a hearing Thursday, former...

www.yahoo.com

 

[Niner]

Documents
# Date Description
180 10/11/2023 PAPERLESS ORDER clarifying Movant Press Coalition's 179 Notice of Attorney Appearance. The Court has not authorized intervention in this proceeding or otherwise acted upon Movant's Motion to Intervene except to the extent reflected in the Court's prior Order permitting designated counsel to be heard if, and only if, a basis arises during the October 12, 2023, public hearing to close the courtroom temporarily to protect confidential attorney-client communications 177. To the extent the Notice 179 suggests that Movant has been given intervenor status or that such an opportunity to be heard necessarily will arise, the Notice is hereby narrowed in that respect. Signed by Judge Aileen M. Cannon on 10/11/2023.

179 10/11/2023 NOTICE of Counsel Appearing on Behalf of Press Coalition for October 12, 2023 Hearing by USA Today, The Palm Beach Post, WPLG, Inc., Univision Networks & Studios, Inc., Telemundo Network Group LLC, Sun-Sentinel Company, LLC, Radio Television Digital News Association, Orlando Sentinel Media Group, National Cable Satellite Corporation, The McClatchy Company, LLC, Insider Inc., Guardian News & Media Limited, Fort Myers Broadcasting Company, WP Company LLC, TEGNA Inc., Reuters News & Media Inc., POLITICO LLC, The New York Times Company, NBC Universal Media, LLC, National Public Radio, Inc., Los Angeles Times Communications LLC, Gray Media Groups, Inc., The E.W. Scripps Company, Dow Jones & Company, Inc., Cox Enterprises, Inc., CBS Broadcasting, Inc., Bloomberg L.P., The Associated Press, American Broadcasting Companies, Inc., Advance Publications, Inc., Cable News Networks, Inc., CMG Media Corporation as to Donald J. Trump, Waltine Nauta, Carlos De Oliveira re 177 Order

178 10/11/2023 REPLY TO RESPONSE to Motion by Donald J. Trump re 160 MOTION For A Revised Schedule For Motions To Compel And CIPA § 4 Litigation And Motion For Adjournment Of The Trial Date

177 10/11/2023 PAPERLESS ORDER: The Court is in receipt of the Movant Press Coalition's 175 Motion to Intervene and be Heard on Possible Limited Closure of the Courtroom during the October 12, 2023, Garcia Hearings. Upon review of the Motion, the Court determines as follows. Should a basis arise to warrant consideration of a temporary closure of the courtroom to protect confidential attorney-client communications, Movant, through counsel, will be given an opportunity to be heard prior to any decision on closure. Accordingly, on or before 9:00 A.M. on October 12, 2023, designated counsel shall file a Notice on the docket specifying the name of the singular counsel to deliver any such presentation. Insofar as the Press Coalition's Motion seeks relief beyond an opportunity to be heard in the event of a possible limited closure, any such broader request for relief is denied. Signed by Judge Aileen M. Cannon on 10/11/2023.

176 10/11/2023 PAPERLESS ORDER granting 174 the Motion to Appear Pro Hac Vice, Consents to Designation, and Requests to Electronically Receive Notices of Electronic Filing for Attorney Emil Bove. The Court reserves the power to withdraw permission for special appearance at any time. Failure to abide by any court order or failure to appear at any scheduled matter may result in immediate revocation of counsel's pro hac vice status. Local counsel must be ready to adequately represent the party at any time. Signed by Judge Aileen M. Cannon on 10/11/2023.

10/10/2023 Attorney update in case as to Donald J. Trump. Attorney Emil Bove for Donald J. Trump added (Text entry; no document attached.)

175 10/10/2023 MOTION To Intervene And Be Heard On Closure Of The Courtroom During The Oct. 12, 2023 Garcia Hearings by USA Today, The Palm Beach Post, WPLG, Inc., Univision Networks & Studios, Inc., Telemundo Network Group LLC, Sun-Sentinel Company, LLC, Radio Television Digital News Association, Orlando Sentinel Media Group, National Cable Satellite Corporation, The McClatchy Company, LLC, Insider Inc., Guardian News & Media Limited, Fort Myers Broadcasting Company, WP Company LLC, TEGNA Inc., Reuters News & Media Inc., POLITICO LLC, The New York Times Company, NBC Universal Media, LLC, National Public Radio, Inc., Los Angeles Times Communications LLC, Gray Media Groups, Inc., The E.W. Scripps Company, Dow Jones & Company, Inc., Cox Enterprises, Inc., CBS Broadcasting, Inc., Bloomberg L.P., The Associated Press, American Broadcasting Companies, Inc., Advance Publications, Inc., Cable News Networks, Inc., CMG Media Corporation as to Donald J. Trump, Waltine Nauta, Carlos De Oliveira. Responses due by 10/24/2023

174 10/10/2023 MOTION to Appear Pro Hac Vice, Consent to Designation, and Request to Electronically Receive Notices of Electronic Filing for Emil Bove. Filing Fee $ 200.00. Receipt # AFLSDC-16981314 by Donald J. Trump. Responses due by 10/24/2023
2 Attachments ▼

173 10/09/2023 RESPONSE in Opposition by USA as to Donald J. Trump, Waltine Nauta, Carlos De Oliveira re 160 MOTION For A Revised Schedule For Motions To Compel And CIPA § 4 Litigation Government's Opposition to Defendants' Motion for Adjournment of Trial Date Replies due by 10/16/2023.

172 10/06/2023 Supplemental RESPONSE to Standing Discovery Order by USA as to Donald J. Trump, Waltine Nauta, Carlos De Oliveira

10/06/2023 SYSTEM ENTRY - Docket Entry 171 restricted/sealed until further notice. (Text entry; no document attached.)

10/06/2023 SYSTEM ENTRY - Docket Entry 170 restricted/sealed until further notice. (Text entry; no document attached.)

10/06/2023 SYSTEM ENTRY - Docket Entry 169 restricted/sealed until further notice. (Text entry; no document attached.)


link: https://www.docketbird.com/court-cases/USA-v-Sealed/flsd-9:2023-cr-80101-648652

 

[Niner]

According to my notes there is supposed to be a hearing re Section 4 on 10/17/23 (if necessary) - and from the above documents - I can not really tell IF there will be a hearing - but I will put them there for the time being.

 

[Niner]

Docket:

# Date Description
187 10/16/2023 Memorandum in Opposition by USA as to Donald J. Trump, Waltine Nauta, Carlos De Oliveira re [183] MOTION for Extension of Time of Deadline for Discovery Requests and Motions to Compel Replies due by 10/23/2023.

186 10/16/2023 ORDER Following Hearing and Rescheduling Garcia Hearing as to Defendant Nauta for 10/20/2023 02:00 PM in Fort Pierce Division before Judge Aileen M. Cannon. Signed by Judge Aileen M. Cannon on 10/16/2023. See attached document for full details.

185 10/16/2023 PAPERLESS Minute Entry for proceedings held on October 12, 2023, before Judge Aileen M. Cannon: Previously scheduled Garcia Hearing as to Defendant Waltine Nauta continued. Order rescheduling hearing to follow. Total time in court: 29 minutes. Attorney Appearances: Jay I. Bratt, David Harbach, John M. Pellettieri, Michael Thakur, John S. Irving, Larry Donald Murrell, Jr., Todd Blanche, Sasha Dadan, Stanley E. Woodward. Other Appearances: Carlos De Oliveira, Waltine Nauta. Court Reporter: Pauline Stipes, 561-803-3434 / [email protected]. (jf01)

184 10/16/2023 Supplemental RESPONSE to Standing Discovery Order by USA as to Donald J. Trump, Waltine Nauta, Carlos De Oliveira

183 10/15/2023 MOTION for Extension of Time of Deadline for Discovery Requests and
Motions to Compel by Donald J. Trump. Responses due by 10/30/2023

182 10/15/2023 ORDER Following Garcia Hearing and Accepting Waiver of Defendant Carlos De Oliveira. Signed by Judge Aileen M. Cannon on 10/15/2023. See attached document for full details. (jf01)

181 10/15/2023 PAPERLESS Minute Entry for proceedings held before Judge Aileen M. Cannon: Garcia Hearing as to Carlos De Oliveira held on October 12, 2023. After a full colloquy, the Court found that Defendant De Oliveira made a knowing, intelligent, and voluntary waiver of any potential or actual conflict of interest arising from John S. Irving's former representation of the three potential witnesses identified in the Special Counsel's Motion 123. Order to follow. Total time in court: 1 hour, 19 minutes. Attorney Appearances: Jay I. Bratt, David Harbach, John M. Pellettieri, Michael Thakur, John S. Irving, Larry Donald Murrell, Jr., Todd Blanche, Sasha Dadan, Stanley E. Woodward. Other Appearances: Carlos De Oliveira, Waltine Nauta. Court Reporter: Pauline Stipes, 561-803-3434 / [email protected]. (jf01)

link: https://www.docketbird.com/court-cases/USA-v-Sealed/flsd-9:2023-cr-80101-648652

 

[Niner]

Not too sure this is happening today - but will go ahead & post it. That way I can shorten this up a bit (again!).

Tuesday, Oct. 17th:
*Hearing re Section 4 (@ am ET) - FL – *Donald John Trump (76/now 77) indicted (6/8/23), charged & arraigned (6/13/23) with 31 counts of willful retention of classified documents, 1 count of conspiracy to obstruct justice, 1 count of withholding a document or record, 1 count of corruptly concealing a document or record, 1 count of concealing a document in a federal investigation, 1 count of scheme to conceal & 2 counts of making false statements & representations. Plead not guilty.
Additional indicted & charged (7/27/23) with 1 count of willful retention of defense information & 2 counts of obstruction. Plead not guilty in filing of waiver of non appearance & released on own recognizance with no monetary bond (Personal Surety Bond) & no travel restrictions (8/4/23).
Count 1-31: Willful retention of National Defense info, Count 32: Conspiracy to obstruct justice, Count 33: Withholding a document or record, Count 34: Corruptly concealing a document or record, Count 35: Concealing a document in a Federal investigation, Count 36: Scheme to conceal & Count 37: False statements & representations.
Co-Conspirator *Waltine Nauta () indicted (6/8/23) & charged (6/13/23) on 6 charges stemming from special counsel Jack Smith’s classified documents probe, including conspiracy to obstruct justice, withholding a document or record, corruptly concealing a document or record, concealing a document in a federal investigation, scheming to conceal & making false statements to federal agents. Plead not guilty.
Additional indicted & charged (7/27/23) with 2 counts of obstruction of justice. No plea entered & released on his own recognizance with no monetary bond (Person Surety Bond).
Count 32: Conspiracy to obstruct justice, Count 33: Withholding a document or record, Count 34: Corruptly concealing a document or record, Count 35: Concealing a document in a Federal investigation, Count 36: Scheme to conceal & Count 38: False statements & representations.
Co-Conspirator *Carlos de Oliveira (56) has also been indicted & charged (7/27/23) with 1 count each of obstruction of justice, concealing records & documents & 1 count of making false statements to FBI. He is alleged to have asked what could be done to delete the footage. Plead not guilty (8/15/23). $100K Surety bond-out on bond. Judge ruled that, in the meantime, De Oliveira must hand in his expired U.S. passport within 48 hours.
Mr. Nauta & Mr. de Oliveira conspired to delete footage from security cameras after the Dept. of Justice issued a subpoena asking for surveillance footage of the basement where it said confidential documents were held. In the court documents, Mr. de Oliveira is claimed to have texted another employee who was the director of information technology that "the boss" wanted the server deleted. The documents allege that Mr. de Oliveira later met with the employee in a small IT room, told him their conversation should remain private, then pressured the man into obliging his request after the employee told Mr. de Oliveira that he did not have the authority.
Indictment: https://storage.courtlistener.com/recap/gov.uscourts.flsd.648653/gov.uscourts.flsd.648653.3.0.pdf
U.S. District Judge Aileen Mercedes Cannon. In addition to Cannon, Magistrate Judge Bruce Reinhart's name also appeared on the summons sent to Trump on Thursday, 6/8/23.
Waltine Nauta will be represented by Stanley Woodward. De Oliveira will be represented by Jack Irving. Trump’s lawyers are Todd Blanche & the former Florida solicitor general Chris Kise & maybe Lindsey Halligan.
Trial set to begin on 5/20/24 with Jury Selection. (trial expected to take 2 weeks).
Case & court info from 4/2/23 thru 10/6/23 reference post #557 here:
https://www.websleuths.com/forums/t...ice-june-2023-trial-may-2024-2.686530/page-28
10/6/23: (169, 17u & 171) Restricted/sealed until further notice. (172) Supplemental response to standing discovery Order by USA to Trump, Nauta & De Oliveira. 10/9/23: (173) Response in Opposition by USA as to Trump, Nauta & De Oliveira re 160 MOTION For A Revised Schedule For Motions To Compel & CIPA § 4 Litigation Government's Opposition to Defendants' Motion for Adjournment of Trial Date Replies due by 10/16/2023.
10/9/23 Update: Government's Response in Opposition to Defendant's Motion for Adjournment or Trial Date filed by Jack Smith. Snipped: The defendants provide no credible justification to postpone a trial that is still seven months away. They are fully informed about the charges & the theory of the Government’s case from a highly detailed superseding indictment & comprehensive, organized unclassified & classified discovery. Their unfounded claims of Government noncompliance with discovery obligations do not support their request. Their claims about their inability to review classified information are distorted & exaggerated, and, in any event, the Government expects that the CISO will resolve any remaining issues this week. There is no reason to adjourn the trial date. The defendants’ motion should be denied.
10/10/23: (174) Motion to Appear Pro Hac Vice, Consent to Designation, and Request to Electronically Receive Notices of Electronic Filing for Emil Bove. Filing Fee $200.00. Receipt # AFLSDC-16981314 by Trump. Responses due by 10/24/2023. (175) Motion To Intervene & Be Heard On Closure Of The Courtroom During The Oct. 12, 2023 Garcia Hearings by USA Today, The Palm Beach Post, WPLG, Inc., Univision Networks & Studios, Inc., Telemundo Network Group LLC, Sun-Sentinel Company, LLC, Radio Television Digital News Association, Orlando Sentinel Media Group, National Cable Satellite Corporation, The McClatchy Company, LLC, Insider Inc., Guardian News & Media Limited, Fort Myers Broadcasting Company, WP Company LLC, TEGNA Inc., Reuters News & Media Inc., POLITICO LLC, The New York Times Company, NBC Universal Media, LLC, National Public Radio, Inc., Los Angeles Times Communications LLC, Gray Media Groups, Inc., The E.W. Scripps Company, Dow Jones & Company, Inc., Cox Enterprises, Inc., CBS Broadcasting, Inc., Bloomberg L.P., The Associated Press, American Broadcasting Companies, Inc., Advance Publications, Inc., Cable News Networks, Inc., CMG Media Corporation as to Trump, Nauta & De Oliveira. Responses due by 10/24/2023.
10/11/23: (176) Paperless Order granting 174 the Motion to Appear Pro Hac Vice, Consents to Designation, and Requests to Electronically Receive Notices of Electronic Filing for Attorney Emil Bove. The Court reserves the power to withdraw permission for special appearance at any time. Failure to abide by any court order or failure to appear at any scheduled matter may result in immediate revocation of counsel's pro hac vice status. Local counsel must be ready to adequately represent the party at any time. Signed by Judge Aileen M. Cannon on 10/11/2023. Attorney update in case as to Trump. Attorney Emil Bove for Trump added. (177) Paperless Order: The Court is in receipt of the Movant Press Coalition's 175 Motion to Intervene & be Heard on Possible Limited Closure of the Courtroom during the October 12, 2023, Garcia Hearings. Upon review of the Motion, the Court determines as follows. Should a basis arise to warrant consideration of a temporary closure of the courtroom to protect confidential attorney-client communications, Movant, through counsel, will be given an opportunity to be heard prior to any decision on closure. Accordingly, on or before 9:00 A.M. on October 12, 2023, designated counsel shall file a Notice on the docket specifying the name of the singular counsel to deliver any such presentation. Insofar as the Press Coalition's Motion seeks relief beyond an opportunity to be heard in the event of a possible limited closure, any such broader request for relief is denied. Signed by Judge Aileen M. Cannon on 10/11/2023. (178) Reply to Response to Motion by Trump re 160 MOTION For A Revised Schedule For Motions To Compel & CIPA § 4 Litigation & Motion For Adjournment Of The Trial Date. (179) Notice of Counsel Appearing on Behalf of Press Coalition for October 12, 2023 Hearing by USA Today, The Palm Beach Post, WPLG, Inc., Univision Networks & Studios, Inc., Telemundo Network Group LLC, Sun-Sentinel Company, LLC, Radio Television Digital News Association, Orlando Sentinel Media Group, National Cable Satellite Corporation, The McClatchy Company, LLC, Insider Inc., Guardia News & Media Limited, Fort Myers Broadcasting Company, WP Company LLC, TEGNA Inc., Reuters News & Media Inc., POLITICO LLC, The New York Times Company, NBC Universal Media, LLC, National Public Radio, Inc., Los Angeles Times Communications LLC, Gray Media Groups, Inc., The E.W. Scripps Company, Dow Jones & Company, Inc., Cox Enterprises, Inc., CBS Broadcasting, Inc., Bloomberg L.P., The Associated Press, American Broadcasting Companies, Inc., Advance Publications, Inc., Cable News Networks, Inc., CMG Media Corporation as to Trump, Nauta & De Oliveira re 177 Order. (180) Paperless Order clarifying Movant Press Coalition's 179 Notice of Attorney Appearance. The Court has not authorized intervention in this proceeding or otherwise acted upon Movant's Motion to Intervene except to the extent reflected in the Court's prior Order permitting designated counsel to be heard if & only if, a basis arises during the October 12, 2023, public hearing to close the courtroom temporarily to protect confidential attorney-client communications 177. To the extent the Notice 179 suggests that Movant has been given intervenor status or that such an opportunity to be heard necessarily will arise, the Notice is hereby narrowed in that respect. Signed by Judge Aileen M. Cannon on 10/11/23.
10/12/23 Update: In a hearing Thursday, former Mar-a-Lago property manager Carlos De Oliviera waived the potential conflict of interest, repeatedly saying he's fine with his current attorney, John Irving, continuing to represent him despite alleged conflicts of interest Irving might have from representing potential government witnesses in the case. While De Oliveira insisted he understood the issue, he appeared to struggle to describe in his own words the potential conflicts of interest his lawyer could face in the case. Earlier in the hearing, De Oliveira said he is more comfortable speaking in English than writing. Judge Aileen Cannon, who can reject his waiver, has yet to rule on the matter. Judge Aileen Cannon has postponed the hearing for Trump co-defendant Nauta over potential conflicts of interest w/his lawyer Stan Woodward because she said the gov. introduced new arguments related to the matter. Cannon admonished the gov. for "wasting the court's time." Next Hearing on Section 4 on 10/17/23 if necessary.
10/15/23 Update: (181) Minute Entry for proceedings held before Judge Aileen M. Cannon: Garcia Hearing as to De Oliveira held on 10/12/23. After a full colloquy, the Court found that Defendant De Oliveira made a knowing, intelligent & voluntary waiver of any potential or actual conflict of interest arising from John S. Irving's former representation of the three potential witnesses identified in the Special Counsel's Motion 123. Order to follow. (182) ORDER Following Garcia Hearing & Accepting Waiver of Defendant De Oliveira. Signed by Judge Aileen M. Cannon on 10/15/23. (183) MOTION for Extension of Time of Deadline for Discovery Requests & Motions to Compel by Trump. Responses due by 10/30/23.
10/16/23 Update: (184) Supplemental RESPONSE to Standing Discovery Order by USA as to Trump, Nauta & De Oliveira. (185) Minute Entry for proceedings held on 10/12/23, before Judge Aileen M. Cannon: Previously scheduled Garcia Hearing as to Defendant Nauta continued. Order rescheduling hearing to follow. 10/16/23: (186) ORDER Following Hearing & Rescheduling Garcia Hearing as to Defendant Nauta for 10/20/23 @ 2pm in Fort Pierce Division before Judge Aileen M. Cannon. (187) Memorandum in Opposition by USA as to Trump, Nauta & De Oliveira re [183] MOTION for Extension of Time of Deadline for Discovery Requests & Motions to Compel Replies due by 10/23/23.

 

[sds71]

@KatiePhang

Judge Cannon enters an Order criticizing Special Counsel for not giving classified discovery to the defense in an “accredited facility” within the Southern District of Florida.

https://x.com/KatiePhang/status/1714288353317998767?s=20

 

[TootsieFootsie]

Trump committed egregious intelligence breach, ex-UK spy tells court

Donald Trump's decision to declassify evidence given by ex-British spy Christopher Steele over the former president's alleged links with Russia led to the disappearance of two sources, Steele said.

www.reuters.com

LONDON, Oct 17 (Reuters) - Donald Trump's decision to declassify evidence given by ex-British spy Christopher Steele over the former U.S. president's alleged links with Russia led to the disappearance of two sources, Steele said in court documents made public on Tuesday.

Steele said in a witness statement that Trump's decision to declassify his 2017 testimony to Special Counsel Robert Mueller's investigation was "one of the most egregious breaches of intelligence rules and protocol by the US government in recent times".

The former intelligence officer also said: "Two of the named Russian sources have not been seen or heard of since."

His witness statement was made public on Tuesday, the day after Trump asked London's High Court to allow his data protection lawsuit against a British private investigations firm co-founded by Steele to continue.

Trump, the frontrunner for the 2024 Republican presidential nomination, is suing Orbis Business Intelligence over the "Steele dossier" in order, he said in his own witness statement, to prove its claims were false.
Steele also said in his witness statement that he believed Trump was "motivated by a personal vendetta against me and Orbis and a desire for revenge".

He suggested Trump's discovery of Steele's friendship with his daughter Ivanka had damaged their relationship and also "deepened his animus towards me and is one of the reasons for his vindictive and vexatious conduct towards me and Orbis".

In his witness statement, Trump said Ivanka was "completely irrelevant to this claim and any mention of her only serves to distract this court from (Orbis') and Mr Steele's reckless behavior".

"Any inference or allegation that Mr Steele makes about my relationship with my daughter is untrue and disgraceful," Trump added.

I wasn't sure where to put this. Do we have a thread for this case ?

 

[Smelly Squirrel]

https://twitter.com/x/status/1714841833044353319

 

[Vern]

@KatiePhang

Judge Cannon enters an Order criticizing Special Counsel for not giving classified discovery to the defense in an “accredited facility” within the Southern District of Florida.

https://x.com/KatiePhang/status/1714288353317998767?s=20

Time to bring in the deployable SCIF.

 

[Inthedetails]

Trump committed egregious intelligence breach, ex-UK spy tells court

Donald Trump's decision to declassify evidence given by ex-British spy Christopher Steele over the former president's alleged links with Russia led to the disappearance of two sources, Steele said.

www.reuters.com

LONDON, Oct 17 (Reuters) - Donald Trump's decision to declassify evidence given by ex-British spy Christopher Steele over the former U.S. president's alleged links with Russia led to the disappearance of two sources, Steele said in court documents made public on Tuesday.

Steele said in a witness statement that Trump's decision to declassify his 2017 testimony to Special Counsel Robert Mueller's investigation was "one of the most egregious breaches of intelligence rules and protocol by the US government in recent times".

The former intelligence officer also said: "Two of the named Russian sources have not been seen or heard of since."

His witness statement was made public on Tuesday, the day after Trump asked London's High Court to allow his data protection lawsuit against a British private investigations firm co-founded by Steele to continue.

Trump, the frontrunner for the 2024 Republican presidential nomination, is suing Orbis Business Intelligence over the "Steele dossier" in order, he said in his own witness statement, to prove its claims were false.
Steele also said in his witness statement that he believed Trump was "motivated by a personal vendetta against me and Orbis and a desire for revenge".

He suggested Trump's discovery of Steele's friendship with his daughter Ivanka had damaged their relationship and also "deepened his animus towards me and is one of the reasons for his vindictive and vexatious conduct towards me and Orbis".

In his witness statement, Trump said Ivanka was "completely irrelevant to this claim and any mention of her only serves to distract this court from (Orbis') and Mr Steele's reckless behavior".

"Any inference or allegation that Mr Steele makes about my relationship with my daughter is untrue and disgraceful," Trump added.

I wasn't sure where to put this. Do we have a thread for this case ?

Whoa. This might need it's own thread. Disappearance of two sources?? That is....serious.


jmo

 

[Inthedetails]

https://twitter.com/x/status/1714841833044353319

Nauta, run.

jmo

 

[Niner]

Docket update:


# Date Description
189 10/18/2023 SUPPLEMENT by USA as to Donald J. Trump, Waltine Nauta, Carlos De Oliveira Supplement to Garcia Motion

188 10/17/2023 PAPERLESS ORDER: The parties are advised that production of classified discovery to defense counsel is deemed timely upon placement in an accredited facility in the Southern District of Florida, not in another federal district. It is the responsibility of the Office of the Special Counsel to make and carry out arrangements to deposit such discovery to defense counsel in this District, in consultation with the Litigation Security Group for security purposes. The Office of the Special Counsel shall update and/or clarify any prior responses to the Standard Discovery Order in accordance with this Order. Signed by Judge Aileen M. Cannon on 10/17/2023.


link: https://www.docketbird.com/court-cases/USA-v-Sealed/flsd-9:2023-cr-80101-648652

 

[Stunned]

Whoa. This might need it's own thread. Disappearance of two sources?? That is....serious.


jmo

This should be getting a whole lot more attention!

 

[sds71]

The federal judge overseeing Donald Trump's classified documents criminal case on Thursday hit the pause button on an upcoming filing deadline for the former president's lawyers so she can hear arguments in person over a dispute about the sharing of evidence before trial.

In a one-paragraph notice, U.S. District Court Judge Aileen Cannon summoned the attorneys for Trump and Special Counsel Jack Smith to appear and debate the issue on Nov. 1 in Fort Pierce, Fla.

Cannon also temporarily suspended a Friday deadline that Trump's team was facingto file motions seeking to compel discovery from Smith's team.

Judge Cannon Pauses Trump Lawyers' Filing Deadline in Jack Smith Documents Case

U.S. District Court Judge Aileen Cannon also summoned attorneys for Trump and Special Counsel Jack Smith to appear on Nov. 1 in Fort Pierce, Fla.

themessenger.com

 

[SouthAussie]

Putting this here because it is about a FL event, and the possible effect of the many criminal charges.


Donald Trump finally ran into something that keeps him off the golf course.

The man who played more than 250 rounds of golf during his presidency, and had not missed a pro-am prior to an LIV Golf event at one of his properties, was a no-show Thursday at Trump National Doral, the site of the final LIV event of the season.

Running a country was not as time-consuming as trying to defend oneself against four criminal cases totaling 91 felony counts.

Where's Donald? Trump skips out on pro-am for first time before LIV event on his course

The man who had not missed a pro-am prior to a LIV Golf event on one of his properties, was a no show Thursday at Doral

www.palmbeachpost.com