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DOJ defends Halligan's U.S. attorney status amid court clash over appointment validity
politics1 month ago

DOJ defends Halligan's U.S. attorney status amid court clash over appointment validity

DOJ lawyers defended Lindsey Halligan’s continued use of the U.S. attorney title after a judge ruled her interim appointment invalid, arguing the Currie decision doesn’t bar her from all duties and blasting the demand for justification as an abuse of power; Novak ordered Halligan to explain why she uses the title, while Currie previously held the appointment violated the Appointments Clause and voided indictments related to James Comey and Letitia James, highlighting a high-stakes dispute over appointment authority in Virginia’s Eastern District.

via CBS News|
#appointments-clause#comey#doj
Trump slams Bondi in blunt two-word rebuke
politics1 month ago

Trump slams Bondi in blunt two-word rebuke

President Donald Trump has reportedly soured on Attorney General Pam Bondi, describing her as “weak and an ineffective enforcer of his agenda” and pressing for a tougher, more aggressive pursuit of his priorities, including re-energizing cases against rivals like James Comey and Letitia James and scrutiny of Epstein files. He’s also floated the idea of special prosecutors due to DOJ delays, while Bondi says she’s carrying out his directives.

via Yahoo|
#comey#doj#epstein
DOJ fires EDVA deputy for declining Comey prosecution
politics1 month ago

DOJ fires EDVA deputy for declining Comey prosecution

The Justice Department fired Robert McBride, the No. 2 official in the Eastern District of Virginia, after he told leaders he could not both run the office and lead the controversial Comey prosecution. The move comes amid questions about who will run the EDVA after a judge ruled Lindsey Halligan was not legally appointed, and reports that McBride had private meetings with federal judges, which were viewed as undermining the administration.

via MS NOW|
#comey#eastern-district-of-virginia#firing
Judge Criticizes DOJ Prosecutors in Comey Case Over Investigation Approach
legal3 months ago

Judge Criticizes DOJ Prosecutors in Comey Case Over Investigation Approach

A federal judge ordered prosecutors to produce investigation materials to James Comey's defense, citing concerns over the Justice Department's approach of 'indict first, investigate later' in his case for allegedly lying to Congress. The case involves sensitive evidence and questions about procedural irregularities, with Comey's lawyers seeking transparency and review of seized materials. The case is politically charged, linked to former President Trump's social media influence and ongoing investigations.

via AP News|
#comey#fbi#grand-jury
legal4 months ago

Comey Seeks Dismissal of Criminal Charges Amid Allegations of Misconduct and Bias

James Comey is seeking to dismiss a criminal case accusing him of lying to Congress, arguing that the case is an illegal and vindictive prosecution driven by political motives, and challenging the authority of the prosecutor. He claims the case is based on biased reporting and selective prosecution, and his lawyers are requesting permission to gather further evidence to support dismissing the case.

via Politico|
#comey#criminal-case#judge
Comey Seeks Dismissal of Criminal Charges Over Prosecutorial Bias
legal4 months ago

Comey Seeks Dismissal of Criminal Charges Over Prosecutorial Bias

Former FBI Director James Comey has filed motions to dismiss his federal indictment, claiming it was driven by President Trump's personal animus and alleging constitutional violations and improper appointment of the U.S. Attorney. The case involves charges of false statements and obstruction, with Comey's legal team arguing the indictment is retaliatory and unlawfully obtained, while prosecutors raise concerns about potential conflicts of interest and prosecutorial misconduct. A hearing is scheduled for November 19.

via CBS News|
#comey#indictment#legal