Former President Trump's impeachment lawyer, David Schoen, has expressed serious concerns regarding the handling of the legal proceedings against Trump, particularly focusing on the criticism directed at Judge Aileen Cannon. Speaking on "Life, Liberty & Levin," Schoen addressed what he perceives as undue pressure on Judge Cannon, who was randomly assigned to the case. He highlighted the potential dangers of selective leaks impacting the proceedings, emphasizing the importance of a fair public trial while acknowledging the need for protective orders.

Schoen raised concerns about the restrictions placed on the defense's access to information, noting the limitations imposed by the protective order. He argued for equal access to materials for both the prosecution and defense in preparation for the trial. While expressing respect for Trump's current attorney, Chris Kise, Schoen advocated for the inclusion of additional criminal defense lawyers prepared to vigorously defend Trump.

Schoen's primary concern revolves around the intense scrutiny faced by Judge Cannon due to her appointment by Trump. He pointed out what he considers hypocrisy in the criticism directed at her compared to the lack of similar scrutiny towards liberal judges like Amy Berman Jackson and Amit Mehta, who have presided over cases involving Trump and January 6 defendants, respectively. Schoen argued that focusing on Judge Cannon's appointment creates a dangerous precedent and could influence the jury pool. He stressed the importance of impartial justice and expressed worry about the potential impact of such commentary on the fairness of the legal process.