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Trump Administration Pushes to Revive Charges Against Comey

12/2/2025

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The Trump administration seeks to revive charges against former FBI Director James Comey after dismissal.
Attorney General Pam Bondi announced plans to appeal the ruling, affecting New York Attorney General Letitia James.
Comey's defense says the statute of limitations has expired, but the administration argues the dismissal resets it.
Comey's lawyers claim the prosecution is vindictive, citing President Donald Trump's personal animus.

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The Trump administration seeks to revive charges against former FBI Director James Comey after dismissal.
Attorney General Pam Bondi announced plans to appeal the ruling, affecting New York Attorney General Letitia James.
Comey's defense says the statute of limitations has expired, but the administration argues the dismissal resets it.
Comey's lawyers claim the prosecution is vindictive, citing President Donald Trump's personal animus.