Judge slams missteps in James Comey case
A federal magistrate judge has ordered Department of Justice prosecutors to provide all grand jury material to former FBI Director James Comey's defense team. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman reports.
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Judge orders grand jury material be given to Comey, citing DOJ "missteps" in case
A federal magistrate judge wrote that there is a "disturbing pattern of profound investigative missteps" in the case involving former FBI Director James Comey.
Judge accuses DOJ of misconduct in Comey case
In a blistering opinion, a federal judge in Virginia accused Justice Department prosecutor Lindsay Halligan of misconduct, saying there was a "disturbing pattern of profound investigative missteps." Scott MacFarlane has more.
Judge in Comey case chides Lindsey Halligan
A federal judge has ordered the Justice Department to turn over all grand jury materials to lawyers for James Comey while criticizing President Trump's appointed prosecutor, Lindsey Halligan, for her handling of the case. CBS News justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane has the details.
Comey to get grand jury materials, judge rules
A judge on Monday ordered federal prosecutors to turn over all grand jury material to former FBI Director James Comey's defense team, criticizing the Justice Department for a "disturbing pattern of profound investigative missteps" in its handling of the case. CBS News justice reporter Jake Rosen has more.
Judge weighs Comey, James dismissal motions
A high-stakes hearing played out in a Virginia courtroom on Thursday over whether the federal charges brought against former FBI director James Comey and New York Attorney General Letitia James should be dismissed. CBS News Department justice reporter Jake Rosen and CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson break it down.
Details on Comey-James hearing
Attorneys representing both James Comey and Letitia James appeared in court on Thursday to argue for the dismissal of their federal indictments on the grounds that the prosecutor who obtained them was appointed unlawfully. CBS News justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane has the details.
Comey and James ask judge to drop charges
Lawyers for New York Attorney General Letitia James and FBI Director James Comey argued in court for their cases to be dismissed over Lindsey Halligan's appointment as interim U.S. attorney in Virginia. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane explains.
Judge weighs Lindsey Halligan's DOJ role
A federal judge will hear arguments on Lindsey Halligan's appointment to serve as interim U.S. attorney in Virginia. This comes as Halligan leads the prosecution against former FBI Director James Comey and New York Attorney General Letitia James. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman reports.
Advocacy group wants prosecutor Lindsey Halligan investigated by state bar
A legal watchdog group is pushing the state bars of Florida and Virginia to investigate Lindsey Halligan, a Trump appointee who's leading the prosecutions of James Comey and Letitia James.
Letitia James seeks to dismiss fraud case, citing Trump's "animus"
New York Attorney General Letitia James is asking a federal judge to dismiss a mortgage fraud case against her, calling it a vindictive and politically motivated prosecution brought at the behest of a president who regards her as an enemy.
DOJ defends cases against Comey and James
The Department of Justice is defending its cases brought against former FBI Director James Comey and New York Attorney General Letitia James. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane has more details.
Comey asks court to toss indictment, arguing senator's questions were "confusing"
Former FBI Director James Comey is arguing his testimony in response to Sen. Ted Cruz's questions was "literally true" and cannot support a conviction.
Next steps in James case after not guilty plea
New York Attorney General Letitia James pleaded not guilty to federal fraud charges on Friday and accused President Trump of vengeful prosecution. CBS News justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane reports. Then, Washington State Attorney General Nick Brown joins to weigh in on the case.
Comey seeks to have indictment tossed for vindictive prosecution
Attorneys for former FBI Director James Comey called the criminal charges against him an "egregious abuse of power" driven by "President Trump's personal animus."
James Comey seeks to have indictment tossed
Attorneys for former FBI Director James Comey filed a slate of motions seeking to have the two-count federal indictment against him dismissed before a potential trial date early next year. Scott MacFarlane has more.
James Comey files bid to toss indictment
Former FBI Director James Comey is asking a judge to dismiss the criminal charges against him, claiming the prosecution is vindictive and unlawful. CBS News justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane has the details.
Latest details on James Comey indictment
Former FBI Director James Comey faces a deadline Monday to file a motion to dismiss the Justice Department charges against him. CBS News' Jake Rosen has more details.
Watchdog group seeks probe of Comey, Letitia James cases
Former federal ethics officials are asking the Justice Department's watchdog to look into the prosecutions of James Comey and Letitia James, which they called a "turning point in our democracy."
Legal analysis of Letitia James' indictment
New York Attorney General Letitia James has been indicted on two counts by a federal grand jury in Alexandria, Virginia. The charges are one count of bank fraud and one count of false statements to a financial institution. Former federal prosecutor Scott Fredericksen joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Early details on Letitia James' indictment
A grand jury in Virginia on Thursday indicted New York Attorney General Letitia James. James brought and won a civil fraud case against President Trump, his adult sons and the Trump organization, with Mr. Trump being ordered to pay $355 million for inflating property values. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman has more.
Next steps following Comey not guilty plea
Former FBI director James Comey pleaded not guilty in a Virginia court Wednesday in a criminal case that his lawyers argue is politically motivated. Comey's trial is set for January.
Ex-FBI chief James Comey pleads not guilty to charges of lying to Congress
Former FBI Director James Comey, a longtime foe of President Trump, appeared in Virginia for an arraignment, in his first court appearance since he was charged.
What Comey needs to prove vindictive prosecution
After pleading not guilty to two federal charges in a Virginia courthouse, James Comey's defense attorney said they will argue the case should be quickly dismissed, calling the indictment a case of vindictive and selective prosecution. Jessica Levinson breaks down the case.
James Comey pleads not guilty at arraignment
Former FBI Director James Comey pleaded not guilty to charges stemming from congressional testimony he gave five years ago, appearing in court for an arraignment after the Justice Department criminally charged the ex-FBI chief and Trump foe in late September. Scott MacFarlane has details.
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