Appeals Court Order in Flynn Case Rare, Most Serious, Lawyers Say

Appeals Court Order in Flynn Case Rare, Most Serious, Lawyers Say
General Michael Flynn, former National Security Advisor to President Donald Trump, departs the E. Barrett Prettyman United States Courthouse following a pre-sentencing hearing on July 10, 2018. Aaron P. Bernstein/Getty Images
Petr Svab
Petr Svab
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The District of Columbia appeals court picked the strongest option to react to a district court judge who has for weeks refused to grant the Justice Department’s motion to dismiss the case against former Trump adviser Lt. Gen. Michael Flynn.

The court ordered the judge on May 21 to respond within 10 days—a particularly rare move, according to several lawyers who’ve commented on the matter.
Petr Svab
Petr Svab
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Petr Svab is a reporter covering New York. Previously, he covered national topics including politics, economy, education, and law enforcement.
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