Judge Issues Order Limiting Former President Trump’s Access to Sensitive Government Documents

A federal judge has issued an order limiting former President Donald Trump’s access to sensitive government documents and barring him from discussing them publicly.

U.S. District Judge Aileen Cannon issued a 16-page protective order Wednesday in response to a request from special counsel Jack Smith. The order outlines procedures Trump and his lawyers must follow when handling classified information disclosed to them in connection with the case.

The order states that Trump and his lawyers must follow certain restrictions when reviewing and discussing the documents. The documents must be kept in a secure location and must not be shared with anyone outside of the legal team. Additionally, Trump and his lawyers are prohibited from discussing the documents in public or with anyone outside of the legal team.

The order also states that any violations of the restrictions may result in criminal and/or civil penalties.

The case involves allegations that Trump willfully mishandled national security secrets. Trump and his lawyers are preparing for their upcoming trial.

The order is the latest development in the case and is intended to ensure that the sensitive documents are handled properly. It is unclear how the restrictions will affect Trump’s ability to prepare for the trial.