Comey's lawyers look to persuade judge that prosecution urged by Trump is vindictive, must be tossed

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.

A recent incident involving President Donald Trump aboard Air Force One has sparked significant outrage. During a press gaggle, Trump directed an insult at a female reporter, calling her 'piggy' while pointing angrily. This incident has gained traction on social media, contributing to a growing list of controversial remarks made by the president in recent days.

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.

Saad Almadi, a 75-year-old US citizen, has been released by Saudi Arabia after being imprisoned for five months due to critical tweets about the government. His release follows a meeting between Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and former President Donald Trump, which has been linked to Almadi's case. Initially sentenced to 19 years in prison in 2021, Almadi's charges were later reduced to cyber crimes, resulting in a 30-year travel ban.

Colombian President Gustavo Petro has publicly released his bank records to counter unsubstantiated claims made by U.S. President Donald Trump regarding his alleged ties to drug trafficking. This move aims to clarify his financial dealings amidst ongoing scrutiny.

The US Attorney General, Pam Bondi, announced that the Justice Department will release files related to Jeffrey Epstein within 30 days, following the US Senate's passage of a bill mandating the release. However, there may be material withheld that could impact an ongoing investigation ordered by Donald Trump. As of now, Trump has not scheduled time to sign the bill.

NBC News' Peter Nicholas visited Georgia to gather opinions from voters in Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene's district regarding her recent conflict with former President Donald Trump. The discussions highlighted the varying levels of support for both political figures among constituents.

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.