In a recent development in the ongoing legal battle over former President Donald Trump's classified documents, former federal prosecutor Andrew Weissmann and Obama-era acting Solicitor General Neal Katyal have expressed their concerns about the handling of the case by U.S. District Judge Aileen Cannon, a Trump-appointed judge.

Weissmann argued that the latest decision by Judge Cannon is the "worst possible outcome" for prosecutors. The judge dismissed Trump's claim that special counsel Jack Smith's case was based on unconstitutional vagueness, but left the door open for Trump's lawyers to raise the issue again, potentially delaying the proceedings further. Weissmann noted that had Judge Cannon immediately dismissed Trump's claim, the government could have appealed the decision and potentially won the case at the 11th Circuit Court, as they have done in the past. However, the judge seemed to avoid ruling in favor of either party and suggested revisiting the issue later.

Weissmann pointed out the potential complications that may arise if the judge addresses the claim after a jury is sworn in, as it could raise issues of double jeopardy and have legal consequences. He added that this decision not only avoids the possibility of an appeal but also denies the government what he believes they deserve, as he sees no vagueness in the statute being applied. "People are in jail all over... for violating this statute," Weissmann stated.

Neal Katyal echoed Weissmann's assessment, criticizing Judge Cannon for dedicating an entire day to just two motions and considering it "thoroughly absurd." He implied that the judge's actions only serve to delay the proceedings, giving Trump more time to potentially influence the outcome if he wins the 2024 presidential election and orders the Justice Department to drop the prosecution.

The comments by Weissmann and Katyal shed light on the concerns regarding the handling of Trump's classified documents case. Some legal experts believe that the judge's decision to defer a ruling on Trump's claim of unconstitutional vagueness may have long-term ramifications and further complicate the legal process surrounding the case.

It is important to note that these opinions expressed by Weissmann and Katyal are their own and do not necessarily represent the views of the court or other legal experts. As the case progresses, it remains to be seen how the judge's decision will impact the ultimate outcome of the prosecution.