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Prosecutors Appeal Block on Comey Associate's Emails

12/11/2025

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Prosecutors Appeal Comey Emails

Federal prosecutors are appealing a judge's order blocking access to emails from Daniel Richman, James Comey's close associate (the former FBI Director).
They say the block hinders their investigation into Comey, accused of lying to Congress.
A judge previously dismissed charges against James Comey over the improper appointment of U.S. Attorney Lindsey Halligan.
A grand jury recently declined to indict Letitia James, the New York Attorney General, on related charges.

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James Cleared Again

A grand jury declined to indict Letitia James, the New York Attorney General, a second time after a similar Norfolk decision.
The Justice Department renewed efforts after a judge ruled Lindsey Halligan, the Trump-appointed prosecutor, was unlawfully appointed.
Judge Cameron Currie dismissed the cases against Letitia James and James Comey, citing Halligan's invalid appointment.
James and Comey argued the prosecution was politically motivated, citing Trump's social media posts.

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Prosecutors Appeal Comey Emails

Federal prosecutors are appealing a judge's order blocking access to emails from Daniel Richman, James Comey's close associate (the former FBI Director).
They say the block hinders their investigation into Comey, accused of lying to Congress.
A judge previously dismissed charges against James Comey over the improper appointment of U.S. Attorney Lindsey Halligan.
A grand jury recently declined to indict Letitia James, the New York Attorney General, on related charges.

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