Trump-Appointed U.S. Attorney Poised to Seek Comey indictment Despite Lack of Evidence
Washington D.C. – In a move that underscores the continued politicization of the justice Department,Lindsey Halligan,the U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia appointed by Donald Trump, is preparing to present a case to a grand jury seeking an indictment against former FBI Director James Comey. The charges would centre on allegations of lying to Congress, according to sources with direct knowledge of the investigation.
This action is occurring despite a detailed memo presented to Halligan earlier this week by career prosecutors recommending against bringing any charges – for perjury or obstruction of justice - against Comey. The memo reportedly concluded that a months-long investigation failed to establish probable cause that Comey committed a crime.Prosecutors steadfast there was insufficient evidence to even meet the lower standard required to secure an indictment, let alone prove guilt beyond a reasonable doubt at trial.
Halligan, previously Trump’s personal attorney, was appointed to the key prosecutor’s office last year, raising concerns about the independence of the investigation from the outset.
The planned presentation to the grand jury represents a significant departure from standard prosecutorial practice, where cases are typically pursued only when a reasonable likelihood of conviction exists.Sources suggest this move is driven by political considerations, potentially aimed at furthering Trump’s ongoing attacks on the FBI and the intelligence community.
This growth adds another layer to the complex and frequently enough contentious relationship between Trump and Comey, which dates back to the investigation into Russian interference in the 2016 presidential election and the subsequent probe into potential obstruction of justice by Trump himself.
Key Takeaways:
* Lindsey Halligan, a Trump appointee, is seeking an indictment against james Comey.
* Career prosecutors recommended against charges, citing insufficient evidence.
* The move raises concerns about political interference in the Justice Department.
* This action follows a months-long investigation that failed to uncover probable cause of a crime.
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