NEW YORK, N.Y. – A federal judge in New York dismissed indictments against former FBI Director James Comey and New York Attorney General Letitia James. The judge ruled that the appointment of the interim U.S. attorney from Virginia was invalid, leading to the case’s dismissal.
The controversy began when the president appointed Lindsey Halligan as interim U.S. attorney outside the District of Columbia. The judge’s decision to dismiss the indictments was based on this appointment being deemed unlawful.
The White House press secretary responded to the ruling, asserting the legality of Halligan’s appointment. “Lindsey Halligan was legally appointed and that’s the administration’s position,” the press secretary said. “I know there was a judge who is clearly trying to shield Letitia James and James Comey from receiving accountability.”
The Department of Justice plans to appeal the decision, maintaining that Callaghan was both qualified and legally appointed. The case was dismissed without prejudice, allowing for the possibility of it being reopened.
Abigail Jackson, a spokesperson for the White House, confirmed that the facts of the indictment remain unchanged. “This will not be the final word on the matter,” Jackson said.
