What misconduct did the DOJ commit?
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Federal judges have accused the DOJ of misconduct in the prosecution of former FBI Director James Comey, citing improper grand jury statements, use of old evidence, and possible misstatements of law. The DOJ also faces scrutiny for procedural errors, improper appointment of a prosecutor, and politically motivated prosecutions. These issues have led to court-ordered disclosure of grand jury materials and challenges to the validity of indictments.
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Judge accuses U.S. DOJ of misconduct in Comey investigation
- A federal judge accused DOJ prosecutor Lindsey Halligan of misconduct in the case against former FBI Director James Comey. 12s
- The judge cited a pattern of investigative missteps, including Halligan's statements to the grand jury and possible misstatements of law. 21s
- Halligan was accused of using old evidence from a separate case to secure Comey's indictment, instead of obtaining a new search warrant. 53s
- Halligan, a former Trump White House aide with no prior prosecutorial experience, was appointed after the previous U.S. attorney refused to pursue the case. 1m 6s
- The U.S. attorney's office defended its actions, and a hearing in the case is scheduled. 1m 15s
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A federal judge accused DOJ Prosecutor Lindsey Halligan of misconduct, citing a 'disturbing pattern' of investigative missteps, including actions during Halligan's grand jury presentation, possible misstatements of law, misleading the grand jury, and using old evidence from a separate case instead of obtaining a new search warrant.
A judge cited 'disturbing patterns of missteps' by the DOJ, including misstatements to the grand jury by prosecutor Lindsay Halligan, improper statements about evidence, and reusing old investigative materials without a new search warrant.
Complaints argue Lindsay Halligan's appointment as interim U.S. attorney violated statutory and constitutional requirements, and that she lacked authority to prosecute, raising questions about the validity of indictments.