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DOJ Seeks Dismissal of Comey's Lawsuit Over Firing

12/3/2025

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The U.S. Department of Justice seeks dismissal of Maurene Comey (a former federal prosecutor)’s lawsuit, alleging she did not follow proper administrative procedures.
Comey says her July firing was politically motivated and tied to James Comey.
The DOJ says Merit Systems Protection Board should review the case.
Comey's lawyers counter that the board lacks the expertise to address constitutional issues.
The lawsuit follows Comey's involvement in Maxwell and Menendez prosecutions.

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The U.S. Department of Justice seeks dismissal of Maurene Comey (a former federal prosecutor)’s lawsuit, alleging she did not follow proper administrative procedures.
Comey says her July firing was politically motivated and tied to James Comey.
The DOJ says Merit Systems Protection Board should review the case.
Comey's lawyers counter that the board lacks the expertise to address constitutional issues.
The lawsuit follows Comey's involvement in Maxwell and Menendez prosecutions.