Comey’s lawyers say case against him is driven by Trump’s ‘personal animus’ and must be thrown out
Summary
Lawyers for former FBI Director James Comey asked a judge to drop the charges against him. They claim the case is driven by President Donald Trump's dislike of Comey and an improperly appointed U.S. attorney filed the charges.Key Facts
- James Comey is the former FBI Director.
- Lawyers argue the prosecution is motivated by President Trump's personal dislike of Comey.
- The case was filed by a U.S. attorney appointed shortly before filing the charges.
- Comey's lawyers call the prosecution "vindictive," meaning done to punish someone.
- The legal team believes the U.S. attorney was not properly appointed.
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