Michael Flynn Dismissal to Be Heard by Full Appeals Court

  • Washington court agrees to review order tossing case
  • Justice Department wants judge to dismiss Flynn charges

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A U.S. appeals court will reconsider a ruling that would force a judge to dismiss the criminal case against former National Security Advisor Michael Flynn.

The decision to allow a rare “en banc” rehearing before a larger panel of judges revives a case that has raised questions about the Justice Department’s independence under President Donald Trump and the extent to which the judicial branch can question decisions of the executive.