DOJ Reveals Surprising Twist in James Comey Case: Grand Jury Never Saw Final Indictment

The Justice Department informed the judge overseeing the criminal case against former FBI Director James Comey that the full grand jury never reviewed the final indictment against him. The government described this as little more than a paperwork error, but Comey's attorney disagreed, saying this is grounds to have the case dismissed. Comey faces false statement and obstruction charges tied to congressional testimony he gave in 2017 and 2018. According to the government, the mistake was an oversight in the paperwork process, and the full grand jury did review the initial indictment. However, Comey's attorney, David Kelley, argued that the error undermines the legitimacy of the charges against his client. "This is a fundamental flaw in the process that requires dismissal of the indictment," Kelley said in a statement. The indictment against Comey stems from his testimony before the House Judiciary Committee in 2017 and 2018, in which he acknowledged that he had leaked memos detailing his conversations with President Donald Trump to a friend, who then shared them with the media. Comey has maintained that his actions were justified, as he was concerned about the president's behavior and wanted to ensure that the information was made public. The case against Comey has been ongoing for several years, with the former FBI director facing charges of false statement and obstruction of justice. The latest development in the case raises questions about the integrity of the prosecution and the potential for the charges to be dismissed. In a separate development, new documents released in connection with the Jeffrey Epstein case have shed light on the involvement of powerful figures in the financier's sex trafficking ring. The documents, which were obtained by the Miami Herald, reveal that several high-profile individuals, including politicians and business leaders, had connections to Epstein and his associates. The documents also raise questions about the extent to which these individuals were aware of Epstein's activities and whether they took any action to stop him. The release of the documents has sparked renewed calls for accountability and transparency in the Epstein case. The Justice Department's handling of the Comey case has been criticized by some as overly aggressive and politically motivated. The latest development in the case has sparked concerns about the potential for the charges to be dismissed and the implications for the rule of law. In a statement, a Justice Department spokesperson said that the agency is committed to ensuring that the case against Comey is handled fairly and in accordance with the law. "We take all allegations of wrongdoing seriously and will continue to pursue the case against Mr. Comey in a fair and impartial manner," the spokesperson said. The case against Comey is currently pending in federal court, with a trial date set for early next year. The outcome of the case is likely to have significant implications for the former FBI director and the broader debate about the role of law enforcement in American society. The release of the Epstein documents has also sparked renewed calls for accountability and transparency in the case. Several lawmakers have called for an investigation into the involvement of powerful figures in the Epstein case and the extent to which they were aware of his activities. The Epstein case has been the subject of intense scrutiny in recent years, with many calling for greater transparency and accountability in the investigation. The release of the documents has sparked renewed calls for action and has raised questions about the extent to which those in power are willing to hold themselves accountable. In a statement, a spokesperson for the Miami Herald said that the newspaper is committed to continuing to investigate the Epstein case and to shedding light on the involvement of powerful figures in the sex trafficking ring. "We will continue to pursue the truth and to hold those in power accountable for their actions," the spokesperson said.