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Trump Secures Temporary Block on Release of Special Counsel Report as Appeals Court Decides

President-elect Trump delays release of Special Counsel's report, citing presidential immunity, as co-defendants seek injunction against its public disclosure.

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Updated: Jan 7th, 2025, 10:42 PM ET

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President-elect Donald Trump has secured a temporary injunction barring the release of Special Counsel Jack Smith's report on classified documents. Issued by Judge Aileen Cannon, the order prevents the Justice Department from disseminating the report pending an appeals court ruling related to Trump's co-defendants. This legal maneuver comes as Trump prepares for his inauguration amidst ongoing investigations and legal disputes regarding his involvement in the classified documents case, highlighting tensions between Trump's upcoming administration and ongoing federal probes.

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