Both are denied without prejudice. Meaning both can be refiled. It means she didn't rule on the merits of the argument.
Trump's motion is asking for sanctions with regard to this motion, the motion she just told Jack Smith he must refile if he wants it considered.
Presumably Trump can file his request for sanctions again if the refiled motion warrants it. Presumably Smith will do the conferral she is asking for and the sanctions won't be necessary.
It's not unusual for a judge to rule for a party and AGAINST the same party in the same motion.
Both are denied without prejudice. Meaning both can be refiled. It means she didn't rule on the merits of the argument.
Trump's motion is asking for sanctions with regard to this motion, the motion she just told Jack Smith he must refile if he wants it considered.
Presumably Trump can file his request for sanctions again if the refiled motion warrants it. Presumably Smith will do the conferral she is asking for and the sanctions won't be necessary.
It's not unusual for a judge to rule for a party and AGAINST the same party in the same motion.