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Comey Claims Retaliation as Trump Mobilizes National Guard

10/22/2025

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James Comey, former FBI Director, filed motions to dismiss charges, arguing the indictment is retaliatory by U.S. President Donald Trump.
A federal appeals court allowed Trump to deploy the National Guard to Portland, Oregon, a move state officials call dangerous precedent.
Police in Atlanta arrested a man planning a mass shooting at the airport, thanks to a family tip.
Demolition has begun at the White House for a new ballroom.

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Story summary

James Comey, former FBI Director, filed motions to dismiss charges, arguing the indictment is retaliatory by U.S. President Donald Trump.
A federal appeals court allowed Trump to deploy the National Guard to Portland, Oregon, a move state officials call dangerous precedent.
Police in Atlanta arrested a man planning a mass shooting at the airport, thanks to a family tip.
Demolition has begun at the White House for a new ballroom.