Archive · 20 Nov 2025
Judge Questions Prosecutor's Conduct in Comey Case
A judge asked questions about how a prosecutor handled the case against former FBI Director James Comey.
Comey's lawyers say the case is unfair and meant to punish him for speaking out against President Trump.
Prosecutors say Comey's actions are the reason for the charges.
There was a mistake in how the charges were presented to the grand jury.
Judge Michael Nachmanoff questioned the conduct of prosecutor Lindsey Halligan in the case against James Comey
Comey's lawyers argue the case is politically motivated, aiming to silence Comey's criticism of Trump
Prosecutors deny political motivation, stating Comey's actions warrant investigation
Prosecutors admitted a procedural error in the grand jury process
The case is one of several against Trump critics, including Letitia James and John Bolton
- Who
- James Comey, Donald Trump, Lindsey Halligan, U.S. District Judge Michael Nachmanoff
- What
- Comey's criminal case and the conduct of prosecutor Lindsey Halligan
- When
- Wednesday's hearing
- Where
- Alexandria, Virginia
- Why
- To determine if the case against Comey was handled properly and if Trump's animosity improperly motivated the prosecution
Comey's Side
Prosecution's Side
Motivation
Comey's Side
Trump's personal animosity
Prosecution's Side
Legitimate need for investigation
- Case
- Comey charged with making false statements and obstructing a congressional investigation
- Trump's Actions
- Fired Comey as FBI director, criticized him on social media, appointed interim prosecutor
- Other Targets
- New York Attorney General Letitia James, John Bolton
- Judge's Concerns
- Procedural errors by prosecutor Lindsey Halligan, Trump's influence on the case
- Comey's Argument
- Case is vindictive and improper
Sources
US judge to weigh Trump's influence over case against ex-FBI chief Comey – ThePrint – ReutersFeed
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