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Judge Aileen Cannon Denies Recusal in Trump Assassination Attempt Case

Tamara Brown by Tamara Brown
October 30, 2024
in Politics, U.S.
Judge Aileen Cannon Denies Recusal in Trump Assassination Attempt Case
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On Tuesday, October 29th, Judge Aileen Cannon refused a recusal request in a high-profile case involving Ryan Routh, accused of attempting to assassinate former President Donald Trump. Cannon, appointed by Trump in 2020, stated that Routh’s arguments did not demonstrate any legitimate bias or partiality that would warrant her removal from the case. This decision follows Routh’s attorneys’ assertions that her prior rulings favorable to Trump, including the dismissal of his classified documents case, could create an appearance of bias.

In her response, Cannon emphasized her commitment to judicial impartiality. She asserted that she has “no relationship with the alleged victim,” adding that she met Trump only in official capacities. Addressing claims of potential influence if Trump is reelected, Cannon stated, “I have no control over what private citizens or public officials elect to say about me or my rulings.” She dismissed speculation about political rewards as lacking any factual basis and reiterated that the case was randomly assigned to her. 

Routh’s legal team had argued that Cannon’s presence on Trump’s potential nominee list for Attorney General might impact her rulings. They pointed to her public praise by Trump and a personal connection to one of the prosecutors, who had attended the same high school and whose wedding she attended nearly a decade ago. Cannon rejected these points, stating that her past professional acquaintances do not affect her current impartiality, saying, “I maintain no ongoing personal relationship with the prosecutor, nor have I communicated with him in years.” 

Cannon’s decision has fueled debate over judicial independence, particularly in cases involving high-profile political figures. Her dismissal of Routh’s recusal motion underscores her stance that speculation and public perception do not override the constitutional mandate of impartiality. She stressed that her rulings adhere strictly to her judicial oath, irrespective of external opinions.

The Federal Defender’s Office, representing Routh, has declined to comment on the decision. The trial is set to commence in February, with the legal community watching closely due to Cannon’s previous handling of Trump-related cases, including her controversial ruling in the classified documents matter, currently under appeal.

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