2nd grand jury refuses to indict New York AG Letitia James: Sources, and honestly, the fact that a second grand jury has now declined to indict her feels pretty significant. It’s like, “Whoa, hold on a second. Two juries, on separate occasions, both looked at whatever evidence was presented and said ‘Nope.'” That’s not just a little speed bump; it’s a full-on roadblock. You have to wonder what exactly was presented to them, and how strong the case really was, if at all.
2nd grand jury refuses to indict New York AG Letitia James: Sources, and this repetition of the same outcome in a short timeframe really underscores something important about the legal process.… Continue reading
A US judge has authorized the unsealing of grand jury transcripts from the 2005 and 2007 investigation into Jeffrey Epstein, following a recent congressional bill mandating the release of related files. The court order, granted in Florida, specifically applies to unclassified records pertaining to Epstein and his accomplice, Ghislaine Maxwell. This decision overrides a previous rejection based on federal rules concerning grand jury materials. The Justice Department is also seeking to unseal documents from Epstein’s 2019 and Maxwell’s 2021 sex-trafficking cases in New York, further intensifying scrutiny of Epstein’s alleged abuse of underage girls and the controversial non-prosecution agreement he received in 2008.
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A federal grand jury in Virginia has declined to indict New York Attorney General Letitia James, days after a judge dismissed the earlier case against her, which alleged bank fraud and false statements. The cases against James and Comey were dismissed without prejudice, meaning the government could attempt to indict them again. This is a rare occurrence, as grand juries rarely decline a prosecutor’s request to indict. James, who has previously brought charges against Trump, released a statement praising the grand jury’s decision, calling the charges baseless and a weaponization of the justice system.
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Grand jury rejections, particularly when concerning high-profile figures, can say a lot about the legal process and public perception. The recent refusal by a federal grand jury in Norfolk, Virginia, to indict New York Attorney General Letitia James on alleged mortgage fraud charges is a prime example. This outcome, coming shortly after the dismissal of an earlier case based on a technicality, highlights some interesting dynamics. The Department of Justice’s (DOJ) attempts to refile the case, and the subsequent “no true bill” returned by the grand jury, sends a very clear message: the evidence, or the way it was presented, wasn’t strong enough to warrant charges.… Continue reading
After a federal judge dismissed the initial charges, a grand jury declined to indict New York Attorney General Letitia James in a mortgage fraud case for the second time. The Justice Department, however, may seek indictment a third time, indicating the intensity of their efforts. The charges stemmed from accusations of false statements and bank fraud, but were initially thrown out due to the unlawful appointment of the prosecutor. The defense argued the appointment of Trump’s handpicked prosecutor was invalid, and the case has been met with claims of selective and vindictive prosecution.
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The Department of Justice, or DOJ, is once again asking judges to authorize the release of grand jury material related to the Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell cases. This is a bit of a deja vu moment, as it seems like the same tactics are being employed again. The focus, as before, is on grand jury transcripts and exhibits. However, many people aren’t convinced this is the entire story or even the most relevant information.
The core of the issue, as many see it, isn’t about the grand jury material. It’s about the underlying evidence, witness testimonies, and other crucial documents that the DOJ holds.… Continue reading
Judge Michael Nachmanoff is expected to determine whether to release the full grand jury record in the case against James Comey, following a magistrate judge’s concerns about the prosecution’s conduct. The magistrate judge’s opinion highlighted potential issues with interim US Attorney Lindsey Halligan’s actions, including concerns of presenting potentially mishandled evidence, misleading the grand jury on the law, and the possibility of unrecorded discussions. Comey’s defense team argues Halligan’s role was to secure an indictment at the behest of former President Donald Trump.
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In a surprising turn of events, prosecutors in the James Comey case admitted the two-count indictment against the former FBI director was never presented to, nor voted on, by a grand jury. Judge Michael Nachmanoff pressed the prosecutors for details regarding the revised indictment after the grand jury rejected an initial count. The court found that the revised version was presented to a magistrate judge, instead of the grand jury. The discovery raises questions about the legitimacy of the indictment and has potentially significant consequences for the case, with the statute of limitations potentially preventing a refiling of charges if the current case is dismissed.
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The Justice Department revealed Wednesday that the grand jury indicting former FBI Director James Comey was never shown the final charges, a lapse admitted during court proceedings. Comey’s attorneys argue this omission warrants dismissal, citing the statute of limitations. Concerns about the prosecution’s integrity were already present, stemming from potential government misconduct and the lead prosecutor’s lack of prior experience. Judge Michael Nachmanoff has yet to rule, acknowledging the complexity of the issues, as the Justice Department addresses the grand jury revelation.
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The Justice Department admitted in court that the grand jury was not presented with the final indictment against former FBI Director James Comey, potentially weakening the prosecution. This admission follows concerns regarding the case’s presentation, including the absence of a record of the grand jury reviewing the indictment. Furthermore, only the foreperson and a second grand juror were present for the indictment’s return. Comey, who has pleaded not guilty to charges of making a false statement and obstructing Congress, was fired by then-President Trump in 2017 amid an investigation.
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