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Comey Seeks Dismissal of Perjury Charges in Court

11/1/2025

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On October 30, 2025, lawyers for former FBI director James B. Comey filed motions in the Federal District Court in Alexandria, Virginia, to dismiss perjury and obstruction charges before Judge Michael S. Nachmanoff.
They argue prosecutors misused the grand jury and accused Comey of lying.
The defense says the charges are retaliatory and challenges the appointment of prosecutor Lindsey Halligan.
They requested a bill of particulars to clarify the charges.

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On October 30, 2025, lawyers for former FBI director James B. Comey filed motions in the Federal District Court in Alexandria, Virginia, to dismiss perjury and obstruction charges before Judge Michael S. Nachmanoff.
They argue prosecutors misused the grand jury and accused Comey of lying.
The defense says the charges are retaliatory and challenges the appointment of prosecutor Lindsey Halligan.
They requested a bill of particulars to clarify the charges.