Appeals Court Dismisses Case Against Michael Flynn

The DC Circuit Court of Appeals ruled 2-1 to prevent further prosecution of Michael Flynn, who pleaded guilty in 2017 to lying to the FBI during the Russia probe. The Justice Department decided to drop charges, arguing the lies were unrelated to the case. Two judges agreed, while a dissenting judge accused the court of overstepping. President Trump praised the decision on Twitter.

What was the outcome of the DC Circuit Court of Appeals ruling regarding Michael Flynn?

• The court ordered a retrial for Flynn.

• The court ruled to prevent further prosecution of Flynn.

• The court found Flynn not guilty.

• The court decided to continue prosecuting Flynn.

Why did the Justice Department decide to drop charges against Michael Flynn?

• The FBI withdrew their accusations.

• Flynn agreed to a plea bargain.

• The charges were deemed unrelated to the case.

• They found new evidence proving his innocence.

How did the third judge in the case view the court's decision?

• He suggested a settlement outside of court.

• He believed the charges should be increased.

• He agreed with the decision to drop the charges.

• He accused the court of overstepping its jurisdiction.

What was President Trump's reaction to the court's decision on Michael Flynn?

• He criticized the decision on social media.

• He praised the decision as a great one.

• He called for further investigation.

• He remained neutral and did not comment.

What had President Trump repeatedly called for regarding Michael Flynn?

• Flynn's imprisonment.

• Flynn's exoneration.

• Flynn's resignation.

• Flynn's retrial.