The judge overseeing the DOJ's case against Trump has the power to tip the scales in Trump's favor.
In this case, Cannon will also determine the schedule of the trial itself.
Cannon could have enormous influence over what Trump's jury will look likeThe former president also lucked out with the location of the trial.
Jury selection is one of the biggest ways in which Cannon can influence the case in Trump's favor.
If Cannon grants Trump's request for a trial date after the 2024 general election, that order wouldn't be immediately appealable.
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