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Trump's Controversial Call for Comey Prosecution Sparks Legal Concerns
10/2/2025
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- Trump's Sept. 20 Truth Social post urges prosecutions of James Comey and Adam Schiff and asks Attorney General Pam Bondi to appoint Lindsey Halligan.
- Aides express frustration with his off-script remarks.
- Legal experts warn Comey could argue selective prosecution based on Trump’s statements.
- The White House has not commented; observers say this could help Comey in court.
