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Judge Dismisses Charges Against Comey; DOJ Plans Appeal

11/24/2025

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A federal judge dismissed criminal charges against former FBI Director James Comey and New York Attorney General Letitia James.
Judge Cameron Currie ruled that interim U.S. Attorney Lindsey Halligan's appointment was invalid.
The ruling allows the possibility of re-filing charges, though the statute of limitations for Comey may have expired.
The Justice Department plans to appeal, asserting Halligan's qualifications.

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A federal judge dismissed criminal charges against former FBI Director James Comey and New York Attorney General Letitia James.
Judge Cameron Currie ruled that interim U.S. Attorney Lindsey Halligan's appointment was invalid.
The ruling allows the possibility of re-filing charges, though the statute of limitations for Comey may have expired.
The Justice Department plans to appeal, asserting Halligan's qualifications.