A federal judge in South Carolina has thrown out the DOJ’s cases against both James Comey and Letitia James, arguing the U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia who file the charges doesn’t have the authority because she isn’t Senate confirmed.
CNN explains more:
Here’s the ruling:
BREAKING: Comey case dismissed without prejudice. Halligan invalidly appointed, judge rules. https://t.co/2ghuD2IdEy pic.twitter.com/CdgiPzWpcs
— Kyle Cheney (@kyledcheney) November 24, 2025
Because this was without prejudice, both Comey and James can and likely will be re-prosecuted.