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Judge Delays Comey Trial to Oct 2026 Over Seashell Threat

5/26/2026

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Judge Louise Flanagan granted FBI Director James Comey's request to move the trial from July-October.
The trial is set for October 21, 2026, in New Bern, NC, on indictment accusing Comey of threatening President Donald Trump with a seashells photo.
Comey's lawyers will file motions to dismiss, arguing lack of evidence and vindictive prosecution, filings due July 28, responses August 18, and a ruling expected before the September 30 arraignment.

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Story summary

Judge Louise Flanagan granted FBI Director James Comey's request to move the trial from July-October.
The trial is set for October 21, 2026, in New Bern, NC, on indictment accusing Comey of threatening President Donald Trump with a seashells photo.
Comey's lawyers will file motions to dismiss, arguing lack of evidence and vindictive prosecution, filings due July 28, responses August 18, and a ruling expected before the September 30 arraignment.