 meaning the appeals court still maintained jurisdiction on the case, not the court that convicted him. Special Counsel David Weiss, who charged Biden, responded to the request, stating that the ask should be denied as it was based on an apparent misunderstanding of appellate practice, as the circuit court held its order did not have jurisdiction. Biden's lawyers withdrew their request for a new trial while referencing Weiss's explanation. Bernie Bennett reporting. You'll find breaking news and analysis at townhall.com.