Federal Appeals Court Rejects Trump’s Petition for Jack Smith’s Twitter Access
OAN’s Abril Elfi
5:42 PM – Tuesday, January 16, 2024
A federal appeals court has rejected former President Donald Trump’s petition to block Special Counsel Jack Smith from accessing his X (Twitter) feed.
On Tuesday, the U.S. Courts of Appeals denied Trump’s request and denied any further review.
“Upon consideration of appellant’s petition for rehearing en banc, the response thereto, the amicus curiae brief filed by Electronic Frontier Foundation in support of rehearing en banc, and the absence of a request by any member of the court for a vote, it is ordered that the petition be denied,” the ruling states.
However, the 45th president may now request that the Supreme Court reviews the matter further.
Smith intends to utilize data from the cellphone that the former president used in the last few weeks of his presidency. Information from it would include when Trump’s phone was “unlocked and the Twitter application was open” on January 6th, 2021, among other things.
Unreleased court documents from August revealed that, in addition to the former president’s messages, Smith’s team also acquired location information and draft tweets.
In January and February, the company’s attorneys, now known as X Corp., made attempts to obstruct and postpone the endeavor. This led a federal judge to surmise that Elon Musk was “trying to align himself with Trump.”
However, the social media company was unable to prevail and was compelled to turn over a lengthy list of information pertaining to the “@realdonaldtrump” account, which included every tweet that was “created, drafted, favorited/liked, or retweeted.”
In addition, searches related to the 2020 election on the platform, devices used to access the account, IP addresses used to access the account, and a list of related accounts were turned over.
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How does the federal appeals court ruling in this case affect former President Donald Trump’s Twitter feed?
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This ruling by the federal appeals court is a significant setback for former President Donald Trump as he seeks to keep his Twitter feed private from Special Counsel Jack Smith. The ruling paves the way for Smith to access and analyze data from Trump’s Twitter account, including information about when the account was active and what content was posted.
Smith’s investigation aims to gather evidence related to the events of January 6th, 2021, when a group of Trump supporters stormed the U.S. Capitol building. The former president’s tweets and other digital communications may provide crucial insights into his mindset and involvement in the events leading up to the attack.
While Trump’s legal team may now appeal the decision to the Supreme Court, the chances of success are uncertain. The Supreme Court has the discretion to accept or reject cases, and it is unclear whether they would be willing to intervene in this matter.
Regardless of the final outcome, this court ruling highlights the significance of digital evidence in contemporary legal investigations. Social media platforms have become a major source of information and communication for individuals, including public figures like former President Trump. The accessibility of this digital data raises important questions about privacy rights and the limits of government scrutiny.
It will be interesting to see how the legal battle between Trump and Special Counsel Smith unfolds. This case has broader implications for the future of digital privacy and the balance between national security concerns and individual rights. As technology continues to advance, it is crucial that the legal system adapts to address the unique challenges posed by the digital age.
In the meantime, Americans eagerly await the outcomes of this investigation and the potential consequences for the former president. The events of January 6th shook the nation and sparked intense debate about the role of social media in fueling political unrest. The investigation into Trump’s Twitter feed may shed light on these issues and provide a clearer understanding of the events that unfolded that fateful day.
As the legal battle continues, it is important to remember that the pursuit of truth and justice should remain at the forefront. This case serves as a reminder of the importance of transparency and accountability, even for those in positions of power. The outcome of this investigation will have far-reaching implications for the future of our democracy and the use of social media in political discourse.
As citizens, we must remain vigilant and informed, holding our leaders accountable and demanding the truth. The role of the legal system is to ensure justice and uphold the principles that our nation was built upon. Only through a fair and thorough investigation can we hope to uncover the truth and learn from the events that shook our democracy to its core.
Stay tuned for further developments in this case as it unfolds, as they will undoubtedly have a lasting impact on the future of digital privacy and the legal bounds of government surveillance.
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