The Unsealed Document In The Mar A Lago Probe Sharpens The Focus On Trump As A Possible Subject Of A Criminal Investigation

Previously, search warrant documents listed only federal statutes, including the general law known as the Espionage Act. And the documents released so far have made it clear that Trump and others around him face potential legal exposure, including possible obstruction of justice. But the specific language about “deliberate retention” could indicate the role of the former President, who would have been authorized to possess national defense documents while in office, but not since he retired to his private club and residence in Palm Beach, Florida. In the filings, prosecutors also argued that they had to keep their search warrant secret before last Monday’s investigation “because the integrity of the ongoing investigation could be compromised and evidence destroyed.” The filings include the DOJ’s motion to seal the warrant documents, the order approving that sealing request, and the criminal cover sheet. The cover also clarifies that the Department of Justice asked to investigate Mar-a-Lago believing they could both find evidence of these crimes and get back illegally possessed items. Also Thursday, Reinhart set in motion the possible public release of a heavily redacted version of the Mar-a-Lago investigation affidavit. The judge plans to hear more from the Justice Department by next week about how extensively investigators want to keep confidential the document that describes their investigative steps and the methods that lead to the need for an investigation. Rinehart said he is not yet convinced that the entire affidavit should remain withheld from the public. “I’m not prepared to find that the affidavit should be completely sealed” based on the record he now has, Rinehart said, adding that there are “portions” that could be unsealed. Prosecutors will have an opportunity to suggest corrections and explain why any information should be kept out of the public eye, Reinhart said. These proposals will be submitted on August 25.

title: “The Unsealed Document In The Mar A Lago Probe Sharpens The Focus On Trump As A Possible Subject Of A Criminal Investigation Klmat” ShowToc: true date: “2022-12-13” author: “Roberto Logan”

Previously, search warrant documents listed only federal statutes, including the general law known as the Espionage Act. And the documents released so far have made it clear that Trump and others around him face potential legal exposure, including possible obstruction of justice. But the specific language about “deliberate retention” could indicate the role of the former President, who would have been authorized to possess national defense documents while in office, but not since he retired to his private club and residence in Palm Beach, Florida. In the filings, prosecutors also argued that they had to keep their search warrant secret before last Monday’s investigation “because the integrity of the ongoing investigation could be compromised and evidence destroyed.” The filings include the DOJ’s motion to seal the warrant documents, the order approving that sealing request, and the criminal cover sheet. The cover also clarifies that the Department of Justice asked to investigate Mar-a-Lago believing they could both find evidence of these crimes and get back illegally possessed items. Also Thursday, Reinhart set in motion the possible public release of a heavily redacted version of the Mar-a-Lago investigation affidavit. The judge plans to hear more from the Justice Department by next week about how extensively investigators want to keep confidential the document that describes their investigative steps and the methods that lead to the need for an investigation. Rinehart said he is not yet convinced that the entire affidavit should remain withheld from the public. “I’m not prepared to find that the affidavit should be completely sealed” based on the record he now has, Rinehart said, adding that there are “portions” that could be unsealed. Prosecutors will have an opportunity to suggest corrections and explain why any information should be kept out of the public eye, Reinhart said. These proposals will be submitted on August 25.

title: “The Unsealed Document In The Mar A Lago Probe Sharpens The Focus On Trump As A Possible Subject Of A Criminal Investigation Klmat” ShowToc: true date: “2022-12-01” author: “Wanda Swanson”

Previously, search warrant documents listed only federal statutes, including the general law known as the Espionage Act. And the documents released so far have made it clear that Trump and others around him face potential legal exposure, including possible obstruction of justice. But the specific language about “deliberate retention” could indicate the role of the former President, who would have been authorized to possess national defense documents while in office, but not since he retired to his private club and residence in Palm Beach, Florida. In the filings, prosecutors also argued that they had to keep their search warrant secret before last Monday’s investigation “because the integrity of the ongoing investigation could be compromised and evidence destroyed.” The filings include the DOJ’s motion to seal the warrant documents, the order approving that sealing request, and the criminal cover sheet. The cover also clarifies that the Department of Justice asked to investigate Mar-a-Lago believing they could both find evidence of these crimes and get back illegally possessed items. Also Thursday, Reinhart set in motion the possible public release of a heavily redacted version of the Mar-a-Lago investigation affidavit. The judge plans to hear more from the Justice Department by next week about how extensively investigators want to keep confidential the document that describes their investigative steps and the methods that lead to the need for an investigation. Rinehart said he is not yet convinced that the entire affidavit should remain withheld from the public. “I’m not prepared to find that the affidavit should be completely sealed” based on the record he now has, Rinehart said, adding that there are “portions” that could be unsealed. Prosecutors will have an opportunity to suggest corrections and explain why any information should be kept out of the public eye, Reinhart said. These proposals will be submitted on August 25.

title: “The Unsealed Document In The Mar A Lago Probe Sharpens The Focus On Trump As A Possible Subject Of A Criminal Investigation Klmat” ShowToc: true date: “2022-12-01” author: “Kimberly Chang”

Previously, search warrant documents listed only federal statutes, including the general law known as the Espionage Act. And the documents released so far have made it clear that Trump and others around him face potential legal exposure, including possible obstruction of justice. But the specific language about “deliberate retention” could indicate the role of the former President, who would have been authorized to possess national defense documents while in office, but not since he retired to his private club and residence in Palm Beach, Florida. In the filings, prosecutors also argued that they had to keep their search warrant secret before last Monday’s investigation “because the integrity of the ongoing investigation could be compromised and evidence destroyed.” The filings include the DOJ’s motion to seal the warrant documents, the order approving that sealing request, and the criminal cover sheet. The cover also clarifies that the Department of Justice asked to investigate Mar-a-Lago believing they could both find evidence of these crimes and get back illegally possessed items. Also Thursday, Reinhart set in motion the possible public release of a heavily redacted version of the Mar-a-Lago investigation affidavit. The judge plans to hear more from the Justice Department by next week about how extensively investigators want to keep confidential the document that describes their investigative steps and the methods that lead to the need for an investigation. Rinehart said he is not yet convinced that the entire affidavit should remain withheld from the public. “I’m not prepared to find that the affidavit should be completely sealed” based on the record he now has, Rinehart said, adding that there are “portions” that could be unsealed. Prosecutors will have an opportunity to suggest corrections and explain why any information should be kept out of the public eye, Reinhart said. These proposals will be submitted on August 25.

title: “The Unsealed Document In The Mar A Lago Probe Sharpens The Focus On Trump As A Possible Subject Of A Criminal Investigation Klmat” ShowToc: true date: “2022-12-14” author: “Barbara Burgess”

Previously, search warrant documents listed only federal statutes, including the general law known as the Espionage Act. And the documents released so far have made it clear that Trump and others around him face potential legal exposure, including possible obstruction of justice. But the specific language about “deliberate retention” could indicate the role of the former President, who would have been authorized to possess national defense documents while in office, but not since he retired to his private club and residence in Palm Beach, Florida. In the filings, prosecutors also argued that they had to keep their search warrant secret before last Monday’s investigation “because the integrity of the ongoing investigation could be compromised and evidence destroyed.” The filings include the DOJ’s motion to seal the warrant documents, the order approving that sealing request, and the criminal cover sheet. The cover also clarifies that the Department of Justice asked to investigate Mar-a-Lago believing they could both find evidence of these crimes and get back illegally possessed items. Also Thursday, Reinhart set in motion the possible public release of a heavily redacted version of the Mar-a-Lago investigation affidavit. The judge plans to hear more from the Justice Department by next week about how extensively investigators want to keep confidential the document that describes their investigative steps and the methods that lead to the need for an investigation. Rinehart said he is not yet convinced that the entire affidavit should remain withheld from the public. “I’m not prepared to find that the affidavit should be completely sealed” based on the record he now has, Rinehart said, adding that there are “portions” that could be unsealed. Prosecutors will have an opportunity to suggest corrections and explain why any information should be kept out of the public eye, Reinhart said. These proposals will be submitted on August 25.