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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AP News reports that a federal judge has ordered prosecutors to provide James Comey’s defense lawyers with a wealth of investigation materials, expressing concern that the Justice Department may have “indict[ed] first” and investigated later. The judge’s order includes grand jury materials and evidence seized through search warrants, following arguments that Comey’s lawyers lacked access to crucial information gathered during the investigation into FBI media leaks. Comey, who has pleaded not guilty to charges of lying to Congress, claims the prosecution is vindictive and politically motivated. Furthermore, the judge granted a request for a transcript of grand jury proceedings, signaling potential irregularities and legal errors in the case.
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Progressive congressional candidate Kat Abughazaleh has been indicted on federal charges stemming from protests outside an ICE processing facility. The indictment alleges that Abughazaleh and others impeded a federal agent, including banging on and pushing against the vehicle. Abughazaleh is charged with conspiracy to impede or injure a federal agent and assaulting or impeding the agent. She has labeled the indictment a “political prosecution” and vowed to fight the charges, linking them to her criticism of Trump administration immigration policies.
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Congressional candidate Kat Abughazaleh has been indicted on federal charges related to protests outside an ICE facility, facing accusations of conspiracy to impede an ICE officer and assault. The indictment alleges Abughazaleh and others damaged an agent’s car during demonstrations against ICE enforcement. These charges carry significant prison sentences and follow a surge in federal law enforcement action against protestors. The progressive politician calls the charges politically motivated as right-wing influencers and politicians have called for her arrest. Videos of the interactions between protestors and federal agents have gone viral.
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In a recent Truth Social post, former President Trump called for the prosecution of several Biden-era Justice Department officials, including Merrick Garland and Christopher Wray. Trump’s accusations stem from an FBI probe known as Arctic Frost, which involved the scrutiny of Republican lawmakers’ phone records related to the 2020 election fallout. The former president claimed these officials engaged in illegal and unethical behavior without specifying the exact crimes committed. This follows a pattern of Trump urging prosecution against individuals he views as political adversaries, amid ongoing investigations into his actions and legal challenges against him.
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According to a recent Wall Street Journal report, a Truth Social post from last month, intended as a direct message to Attorney General Pam Bondi, called for the prosecution of political opponents like Letitia James, Adam Schiff, and James Comey. The post, which Trump mistakenly made public, revealed his desire to see his political adversaries brought up on charges and his belief that Erik Siebert was fired for not bringing charges. Critics argue this demonstrates an abuse of power and a pattern of “selective and malicious” prosecutions. Legal analysts suggest this incident could be significant evidence in defense strategies for those targeted, potentially leading to case dismissals.
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Attorney General Letitia James was indicted on Thursday in Alexandria, Virginia, by the Justice Department, facing felony charges of bank fraud and making false statements to a financial institution. The indictment alleges James falsely claimed a Norfolk property would be her secondary residence to secure favorable mortgage terms, when in fact, she intended to rent the property. Prosecutors contend that James improperly gained $18,933 over the loan’s lifetime, prompting James to call the charges politically motivated. The charges arose amid the backdrop of a civil fraud case against Trump, where James was the lead prosecutor.
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The revelation of a message could create significant legal challenges for Trump and the DOJ, potentially providing grounds for James Comey and others to dismiss indictments. Comey’s attorney is reportedly exploring a dismissal based on “vindictive prosecution,” arguing the charges stem from animus rather than legitimate legal reasons. Even though motions for vindictive prosecution are uncommon, Comey’s case is strengthened by Trump’s public animosity. Further communications between Trump and DOJ officials could further demonstrate the prosecution’s vindictiveness.
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Lindsey Halligan’s debut as a federal prosecutor has been met with public scrutiny due to several apparent errors in the indictment of James Comey. These errors, including clerical mistakes and grammatical errors, have sparked concerns about Halligan’s preparedness, as she has limited prosecutorial experience and was previously a private attorney for Donald Trump. The missteps could potentially weaken the government’s case, delay proceedings, and reinforce criticisms that the politically charged indictment is motivated by pressure rather than law. The outcome of this case could significantly influence public trust in the Department of Justice’s impartiality and competence.
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