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Judge in Trump classified documents case considers barring him from attacking FBI

Unlike in Trump’s other cases, where prosecutors sought gag orders, violation of Aileen Cannon’s order would carry risk of jail

The federal judge overseeing Donald Trump’s prosecution for retaining classified documents is expected Monday to consider modifying his conditions of release to include a prohibition on making statements that could endanger the safety of FBI agents involved in the case.

The request to the US district judge, Aileen Cannon – the first time prosecutors have sought to limit Trump’ public remarks in this case – raises the stakes for Trump. Unlike in his other cases, where prosecutors sought gag orders, a violation of release conditions carries a risk of jail.

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