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Former FBI Director James Comey is seeking to have his criminal case dismissed, arguing that it is a vindictive prosecution fueled by President Trump’s animosity towards him. The Justice Department has admitted that the grand jury that indicted Comey was not presented with a final copy of the indictment. This, coupled with previous concerns about the grand jury process and the inexperience of the US attorney who presented the case, further weakens the prosecution’s position. Comey pleads not guilty and denies any wrongdoing.

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Comey Seeks Dismissal, Citing Vindictive Prosecution

ALEXANDRIA, Va. (AP) — Former FBI Director James Comey is once again seeking dismissal of his criminal case, arguing the prosecution is rooted in personal animus harbored by former President Donald Trump. Comey’s lawyers are expected to argue today that the case is vindictive and improperly motivated.

In a stunning admission during court proceedings Wednesday, the Justice Department acknowledged that the grand jury which indicted Comey was never presented with the final indictment against him. The concession further undermines a prosecution already facing intense scrutiny and demands for dismissal.

The revelation casts further doubt on the handling of the case by an inexperienced U.S. attorney hastily appointed to the position just days before Comey’s indictment by Trump. Earlier this week, another judge noted the absence of any record showing the grand jury reviewed the actual indictment presented against Comey.

Under questioning, Interim U.S. Attorney Lindsey Halligan confirmed that only the grand jury foreperson and one other juror were present when the indictment was returned.

Comey has pleaded not guilty to charges of making a false statement and obstructing Congress, maintaining his innocence. The Justice Department denies that the prosecution is vindictive or selective, arguing the evidence supports the indictment.

Trump fired Comey in May 2017 while Comey was leading the FBI’s investigation into potential ties between Russia and Trump’s 2016 campaign. Trump has repeatedly attacked Comey, calling him names and calling for his prosecution.

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