Comey Moves to Dismiss Indictment, Citing Vindictiveness

Former FBI Director James Comey moved to toss his two-count federal indictment, alleging a vindictive, unconstitutional case driven by President Trump’s “personal animus” and an unlawfully appointed prosecutor. In filings, attorney Patrick Fitzgerald also challenges interim U.S. Attorney Lindsey Halligan’s authority and seeks discovery into charging decisions. A hearing on the first motions is set for Nov. 19 in Alexandria, while a separate judge will weigh the appointment challenge. Prosecutors, meanwhile, signaled they may seek to disqualify Fitzgerald and asked for a filter team to review potentially privileged materials.

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