Powell is very hesitant to give the direction they desire. I would venture a guess that the goal is to get a dismissal AND the evidence they are seeking. Probably going to settle for the dismissal. More than 2 years and the Gov’t still hasn’t turned over evidence. I doubt they ever will. This is SOP for the DS. Delay and then punt. Judges have no further commitment after a dismissal.
Your comment assumes that the black hats are still in charge and Trump can’t do anything about it.
I heartily disagree with that assumption.
I see.
Regarding the transcript excerpt, I did notice Powell covered a Lot of ground in her sentences and marveled at the fact filled structure of every sentence. I had the advantage of being able to back away and think through, and to back up and reread her remarks. No wonder, maybe, that the judge seemed to have missed a point or two, or had to ask a question about Powell’s view of “exculpatory”.
I thought a judge would very well recognize, instantly, the difference between what can serve as being exculpatory from what “IS” exculpatory.
I mean defense attorneys must employ implications and circumstantial facts all the time, in order to attract the sympathy and understanding of the court.
I know we would all be relieved to see a dismissal. Everybody else is getting off, so certainly Flynn deserves a cake walk.