**Trump Campaign Considers Judge Who Dismissed Classified Documents Case for Attorney General**

In a surprising development, Federal Judge Aileen Cannon is reportedly being considered for the position of Attorney General in Donald Trump's potential future administration. Cannon, who dismissed charges against Trump related to classified documents in July, is among those named in transition plans circulating within Trump's campaign, ABC News reports.

Cannon's name appears in a document titled "Transition Planning: Legal Principals," which outlines potential staffing for high-profile legal and law enforcement positions. This document, reviewed by ABC News, includes suggested candidates for the Department of Justice, FBI, and various U.S. attorneys' offices. Notably, Cannon's name appears second on a list of nearly a dozen potential candidates for the Attorney General role, right after former SEC Chairman Jay Clayton. According to sources, her name was included after she dismissed the classified documents case against Trump.

Judge Cannon, nominated by Trump in 2020, received praise from the former president for her decision to dismiss the 40 criminal counts brought by special counsel Jack Smith concerning Trump's handling of classified materials post-presidency. Cannon ruled that Smith's appointment was unconstitutional as he was neither appointed by the president nor confirmed by Congress. This decision is currently under appeal.

Several other notable figures are also considered for top legal positions within a possible Trump administration. These include veterans from Trump's first term, such as Steve Engel, former assistant attorney general, and Will Levi, former chief of staff to Attorney General Bill Barr. The list also features controversial figures like Jeffrey Clark and Mike Davis, known for their extreme stances on legal and political matters.

In a related scenario, Ryan Routh, accused of attempting to assassinate Trump, requested Cannon's recusal from his case. Routh's legal team cited the potential for Cannon's professional elevation by Trump as a conflict of interest, although the Department of Justice opposed this motion.

Trump's transition plans extend beyond his immediate legal team; they also involve defense attorneys like Todd Blanche and Stanley Woodward, being considered for top roles in the DOJ and FBI. Meanwhile, Trump ramps up his campaign rhetoric, threatening to prosecute his political adversaries if re-elected.

While Trump's campaign and transition teams have not commented on these developments, sources indicate that any staffing lists are preliminary and subject to frequent updates.

In contrast, Vice President Kamala Harris' transition representatives have dismissed rumors about compiling potential Attorney General candidates as baseless, stating that their focus is on building the necessary infrastructure for readiness.

Amidst all this, Attorney General Merrick Garland has defended the Justice Department against accusations of being weaponized by Democrats, particularly concerning the prosecution of individuals linked to the Jan. 6 Capitol attack and the cases against Trump.

As the political landscape heats up, the potential reshuffling within the DOJ remains a significant point of interest for political observers and the public alike.