In a recent hearing in Fort Pierce, Florida, the lawyer representing former President Donald Trump in his classified documents case expressed indignation over the FBI's search of the room containing Barron Trump's Peloton bike. Trump's legal team argued that the raid conducted at his Mar-a-Lago residence in 2022 was "unnecessary" and violated Trump's Fourth Amendment rights, claiming it was overly broad.

During the proceedings, attorney Emil Bove raised concerns about the warrant's allegedly broad scope, which resulted in agents searching Melania and Barron's bedrooms, as well as the exercise room. Bove emphasized that the Mar-a-Lago property was extensive, pointing out that the government needed to establish probable cause for searching specific areas mentioned in the warrant.

Prosecutor David Harbach countered, asserting that the agents had not exceeded the warrant's authorized areas and argued that Melania and Barron's bedrooms were included due to Trump's direct access to them. Harbach further emphasized that the search was justified as there was evidence suggesting boxes had been moved, making it crucial to investigate those areas.

However, U.S. District Judge Aileen Cannon, a Trump-appointed judge, appeared unconvinced by the defense's arguments. Judge Cannon expressed her belief that the warrant had been specific enough and questioned Trump's legal team, stating, "You'd agree that paperwork is the kind of thing that can be discovered anywhere?"

The court session, which began on Friday, also witnessed Trump's legal team raise concerns about the special counsel Jack Smith, who indicted Trump last year, alleging unlawful funding. Additionally, the prosecution requested a gag order to prevent Trump from publicly speaking out against the agents involved in the case.

As the legal battle progresses, the contentious issue of the FBI's search of Barron Trump's Peloton room adds another layer to the ongoing controversy surrounding Trump's alleged interference with federal efforts to collect classified documents after the 2020 election.

Newsweek reached out to Emil Bove for further comment on the matter outside of regular working hours but has yet to receive a response.

The case continues as both sides present their arguments, and Judge Cannon will ultimately determine the legality and justification of the search warrant.