Wed Nov 19 17:00:00 UTC 2025: Comey Indictment in Jeopardy as Judge Questions Grand Jury Process
Alexandria, VA – Former FBI Director James Comey’s indictment for allegedly lying to Congress faces potential dismissal after a federal judge raised concerns about the grand jury process. During a hearing on Wednesday, Interim US Attorney Lindsey Halligan admitted that the full grand jury did not review the final indictment against Comey.
Comey’s attorney, Michael Dreeben, argued that Halligan’s testimony effectively meant there was “no indictment” against his client. Dreeben also contended that the case was brought at the direction of President Donald Trump, fueled by his personal animosity toward Comey. He pointed to social media posts by Trump calling for Comey’s prosecution.
Prosecutor Tyler Lemons denied that Halligan was a “puppet” of Trump and insisted the case was based on Comey’s alleged lie during a 2020 hearing. He declined to say whether there was memo recommending that Comey should not be prosecuted.
Judge Michael Nachmanoff has directed the Justice Department to respond to the revelations about the grand jury process by 5 p.m. ET tonight. He declined to make a ruling on Wednesday, stating the issues were “too wavy and too complex.”
The judge also raised concerns about the timing of Halligan’s appointment, questioning what independent examination she could have made between her appointment and the indictment.
The case accuses Comey of lying about authorizing leaks to the press. Comey has pleaded not guilty.
Separately, the article mentions Attorney General Letitia James challenging the appointment of the US attorney John Sarcone in criminal investigations.
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