Former FBI Director James Comey is seeking to have his indictment dismissed, alleging vindictive prosecution. A federal judge in Alexandria, Virginia, recently heard arguments regarding the indictment, focusing on potential lapses in the grand jury process.
Grand Jury Concerns Raised
Interim US Attorney Lindsey Halligan testified that only two grand jurors reviewed the final indictment against Comey. Comey's attorney, Michael Dreeben, argued that this indicates a lack of a proper indictment. The defense argues the case was fueled by President Donald Trump's animosity towards Comey.
Prosecution's Response
Prosecutor Tyler Lemons countered that Halligan acted independently and the case is based on Comey's alleged lies during a 2020 hearing. Comey is accused of lying about authorizing leaks to the press and has pleaded not guilty.
Judge Weighs Trump's Influence
The judge is now considering whether Trump's past anti-Comey statements and a social media post requesting “justice” are enough to prove Comey was unfairly targeted for prosecution. The case hinges on whether the prosecution was politically motivated.
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