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Knight Institute Fights for Transparency on Trump's Records

10/4/2025

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Knight First Amendment Institute seeks release of a report on Trump's handling of classified records.
The report stems from a dismissed Mar-a-Lago case.
Judge Aileen Cannon dismissed case in July 2024, citing unconstitutional appointment of Special Counsel Jack Smith.
The Department of Justice has not opposed intervention; U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit's decision could influence transparency.

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Story summary

Knight First Amendment Institute seeks release of a report on Trump's handling of classified records.
The report stems from a dismissed Mar-a-Lago case.
Judge Aileen Cannon dismissed case in July 2024, citing unconstitutional appointment of Special Counsel Jack Smith.
The Department of Justice has not opposed intervention; U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit's decision could influence transparency.