Summary
A federal judge dismissed cases against former FBI Director James Comey and New York Attorney General Letitia James. The judge ruled the prosecutor's appointment by President Trump was invalid, so the cases are not allowed to continue.
Key Facts
- A federal judge threw out cases against James Comey and Letitia James.
- The judge ruled that the prosecutor's appointment by President Trump was not valid.
- Comey was accused of lying to Congress and obstructing proceedings.
- Letitia James faced charges of bank fraud and making false statements.
- Both Comey and James pleaded not guilty to the charges.
- U.S. Attorney Erik Siebert was replaced by Lindsey Halligan, who lacked prosecutorial experience.
- Judge William Fitzpatrick noted issues in the investigation that could undermine the cases.
