First Thing: Special counsel challenges Trump classified documents case dismissal

Appeal marks the beginning of a lengthy legal battle that could take years. Plus, Mariah Carey's shares that her mother and sister died on the same day last weekend

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Special counsel prosecutors have asked a federal appeals court to bring back the criminal case against Donald Trump over his retention of classified files, arguing the judge was mistaken in dismissing the charges.

What could this mean? The appeal to reinstate the case marks the beginning of what will likely be a drawn-out legal battle that could reach the US supreme court - expect a timeline of months, if not years.

How did the Democrats react? Dismissively. Alex Floyd, rapid response director for the Democratic National Committee, said Trump's brand is so toxic" that has resorted to touting support from off-putting extremists like RFK Jr and Tulsi Gabbard", pointing to Gabbard's support of Roe's overturning.