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Judge Orders DOJ to Toss Evidence Against Comey

12/13/2025

Summary

Story summary

U.S. District Judge Colleen Kollar-Kotelly ruled that the Department of Justice (DOJ) must discard evidence used to charge James Comey, former FBI Director, for unlawful acquisition.
The ruling complicates DOJ plans for a new indictment after the original case was dismissed over the illegal appointment of a prosecutor and halts immediate efforts to pursue new charges.
It highlights procedural errors in Comey investigations, including communications with his confidant Daniel Richman.

History

Historical Context

The Watergate scandal began with a break-in at the Democratic National Committee headquarters on June 17, 1972, leading to President Nixon's impeachment inquiry. On July 24, 1974, the Supreme Court ruled in U.S. v. Nixon, affirming that no one, including the president, is above the law. This precedent continues to influence legal accountability, as seen in recent rulings regarding government officials.

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Story summary

U.S. District Judge Colleen Kollar-Kotelly ruled that the Department of Justice (DOJ) must discard evidence used to charge James Comey, former FBI Director, for unlawful acquisition.
The ruling complicates DOJ plans for a new indictment after the original case was dismissed over the illegal appointment of a prosecutor and halts immediate efforts to pursue new charges.
It highlights procedural errors in Comey investigations, including communications with his confidant Daniel Richman.

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