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Grand Jury Controversy: Indictment Issues Plague High-Profile Case

11/20/2025

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During the November 19, 2025 hearing, prosecutors admitted final indictment was not presented to the entire grand jury.
Judge Michael Nachmanoff expressed concern over the admission but did not issue immediate rulings.
Defense attorney Michael Dreeben argued that case was politically motivated by U.S. President Donald Trump.
A magistrate judge ordered release of grand jury materials, citing potential misconduct in Halligan's presentation.
The case remains unresolved.

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Story summary

During the November 19, 2025 hearing, prosecutors admitted final indictment was not presented to the entire grand jury.
Judge Michael Nachmanoff expressed concern over the admission but did not issue immediate rulings.
Defense attorney Michael Dreeben argued that case was politically motivated by U.S. President Donald Trump.
A magistrate judge ordered release of grand jury materials, citing potential misconduct in Halligan's presentation.
The case remains unresolved.