Summary
A judge named Michael Nachmanoff is presiding over a case where the U.S. Justice Department is prosecuting former FBI Director James Comey. President Trump has made public comments about the judge and the case, which has attracted attention because of its political context.
Key Facts
- Michael Nachmanoff is a judge in a federal courthouse in northern Virginia.
- He used to be a public defender before becoming a judge.
- He was nominated by President Joe Biden in 2021.
- He is overseeing the Justice Department's case against James Comey, the former FBI Director.
- A Virginia grand jury indicted Comey on charges including obstruction of a congressional proceeding.
- President Trump publicly criticized Comey and Judge Nachmanoff following the indictment.
- The case has received attention due to its political implications.
