Former President Trump's first day in court for a hearing regarding the lawfulness of Special Counsel Jack Smith's appointment in the classified document investigation ended without a decision. The hearing took place in Fort Pierce, Florida, and involved arguments from the defense, prosecution, and constitutional lawyers.
During the hearing, Josh Blackman of Landmark Legal Foundation argued that Smith did not have the proper authority for the powers he exercised. The central issue revolved around whether the Department of Justice (DOJ) and Attorney General Merrick Garland had the authority to appoint a special counsel like Smith.
