Justice Department says full grand jury in Comey case didn't review copy of final indictment

Interim US Attorney Lindsey Halligan suggested that the Biden-appointed judge overseeing the criminal case against former FBI Director James Comey violated judicial conduct rules by questioning if she was a 'puppet' of President Trump.

The FBI is investigating the stepsibling of 18-year-old Anna Kepner, who was found dead on a Carnival cruise ship earlier this month. This investigation is part of a broader inquiry into the circumstances surrounding her death, which remains unclear. The case has drawn significant media attention as authorities seek to understand the events leading to her tragic demise.

Former Trump White House attorney Ty Cobb stated that the case against former FBI Director James Comey is likely to be dismissed due to significant legal missteps by the Justice Department. During an appearance on Meet the Press NOW, Cobb explained that these errors could jeopardize the prosecution's case. Meanwhile, Congress has sent a bill to President Trump demanding the release of files related to Jeffrey Epstein.

Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) on Wednesday dismissed the House GOP's efforts to repeal a provision in the government shutdown bill that would allow senators to sue the Justice Department over phone surveillance. Thune argued that the provision, which grants Republican senators the ability to seek $500,000 in damages, was narrowly focused and unnecessary.

Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) opposed an effort by House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) to repeal a provision in the recent government funding bill. This provision allows senators to sue the Justice Department for surveillance of their activities. Thune criticized the repeal attempt, emphasizing the importance of the provision for Republican senators.

Federal prosecutors admitted that they did not present the final indictment against former FBI Director James Comey to a full grand jury, complicating their efforts to prosecute him. This acknowledgment came during a hearing where Comey's lawyers argued for the dismissal of the case, claiming it was selective and vindictive.

David Maltinsky, a 16-year veteran of the FBI, has filed a lawsuit claiming he was wrongfully terminated for displaying a Pride flag at his desk. He alleges that his dismissal was unconstitutional and politically motivated, naming FBI Director Kash Patel, the Justice Department, and Attorney General Pam Bondi as defendants.

A veteran FBI employee has filed a lawsuit claiming he was terminated for displaying an LGBTQ+ flag at his workplace. The incident occurred last month, raising concerns about workplace discrimination and the treatment of LGBTQ+ employees within federal agencies.