A U.S. judge has dismissed criminal charges against former FBI Director James Comey and New York Attorney General Letitia James, ruling that the prosecutor who brought the charges was unlawfully appointed. Judge Cameron Currie determined that Lindsey Halligan, handpicked by former President Donald Trump to prosecute his political adversaries, was ineligible for the role. Halligan, a former White House aide with no prior prosecutorial experience, was appointed in violation of the statute governing interim U.S. attorneys. Judge Currie stated that all actions stemming from Halligan’s appointment, including the indictment of Comey, were unlawful exercises of executive power and were therefore nullified. Both Comey and James have consistently maintained their innocence, describing the charges as politically motivated. The White House has indicated that the Justice Department will appeal the dismissal, asserting that Halligan’s appointment was legal. Comey expressed relief that the prosecution, which he characterized as ‘based on malevolence and incompetence,’ had ended but warned that Trump would likely target him again. James, who faced federal charges of bank fraud and false statements, hailed the ruling as a victory and reaffirmed her commitment to fighting for New Yorkers. The cases were dismissed ‘without prejudice,’ leaving open the possibility of future legal action.
Judge dismisses cases against ex-FBI director Comey and NY attorney general James
