Federal indictments against James Comey and Leticia James were dismissed by Judge Cameron Currie, highlighting concerns about judicial authority and executive power.
• Judge Currie dismissed the criminal cases against Leticia James and James Comey because he found that Lindsey Halligan, the acting U. S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia, had no authority to present the indictments.
• Currie, appointed by former President Bill Clinton, stated that Halligan's appointment violated federal law and the Constitution, arguing that judges should primarily have the power to appoint interim U. S. Attorneys, not the Attorney General or the President.
• Both cases were dismissed “without prejudice,” allowing the possibility for the government to file new indictments later. However, Comey's case may face challenges due to the statute of limitations.
• The Department of Justice plans to appeal Judge Currie's decision.
• Following the dismissal, Comey claimed vindication and expressed gratitude to his defense team while failing to mention previous controversies surrounding his case.
Judge Currie's ruling has sparked discussions about judicial overreach and the balance of power between branches of government. As the DOJ prepares to appeal, the impasse continues around the potential future of these indictments and the broader investigations into issues stemming from the "Russiagate" controversy.
https://www.declassified.live/p/clinton-judge-dismisses-federal-indictments
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