Trump and Jack Smith Request Competing Trial Dates in Classified Documents Case

Former President Donald Trump’s attorneys requested that the trial preferably be delayed until after the 2024 election.

(Left) Special Counsel Jack Smith delivers remarks in Washington, on Aug. 1, 2023. (Right) Former President Donald Trump attends his trial at the New York State Supreme Court, on Dec. 7, 2023. Drew Angerer, David Dee Delgado/Getty Images

Former President Donald Trump and Special Counsel Jack Smith filed motions on Thursday, asking the court for different trial dates in the classified documents criminal case in Florida.

Mr. Smith’s motion, filed on Thursday evening, requested a new trial date of July 8 and proposed a schedule for going forward that includes monthly status conferences so the court can ensure deadlines are being met.