Trump administration illegally fired James Comey's daughter, judge rules
Also reported by Al Jazeera
Summary
A federal judge ruled that the Trump administration illegally fired former federal prosecutor Maurene Comey in July 2025. Judge Jesse Furman ordered her reinstated and awarded back pay through December 2025, when she took another job; the Justice Department said it will appeal.Key Facts
- Maurene Comey argued that she was fired because of her father, former FBI Director James Comey, or her perceived political views.
- Judge Jesse Furman said her dismissal violated the Constitution and her right to a fair legal process.
- Furman said federal prosecutors can be dismissed only in a particular way and for certain reasons.
- The Justice Department said former Attorney General Pam Bondi made the decision to fire Comey.
- Comey worked on cases involving Jeffrey Epstein, Ghislaine Maxwell and Sean “Diddy” Combs.
- The Justice Department said it disagrees with the ruling and will appeal.
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