Jack Smith to appeal Cannon dismissal of Trump classified docs case | 15 July 2024 | Special counsel [and Grade 'A' sociopath] Jack Smith is expected to appeal Judge Aileen Cannon's dismissal of a classified documents case against former President Donald Trump. No timeline for Smith's appeal has been given so far, but it is expected to go to the 11th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals. However, the case could eventually reach the Supreme Court. Cannon sided with Supreme Court Clarence Thomas on Monday when dismissing the federal case, claiming there was no federal statute cited by the Justice Department that authorized Smith's appointment by Attorney General Merrick Garland. This would mean Smith has no authority to prosecute the case.