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Trump Admin Suffers Blow in James Comey Case [View all]

Source: Newsweek

Published Oct 13, 2025 at 11:08 AM EDT updated Oct 13, 2025 at 11:09 AM EDT

A federal judge in Virginia has denied a Justice Department request for extended discovery deadlines in the criminal case against former FBI Director James Comey, ordering prosecutors to provide all discovery materials to the defense by 5 p.m. today, October 13.

Comey, who led the FBI from 2013 to 2017, was indicted on September 25 in the Eastern District of Virginia on two felony counts: making false statements to Congress and obstruction of a congressional proceeding. Newsweek reached out to the Department of Justice for comment via email outside of normal office hours on Monday.

Why It Matters

The case against Comey carries implications far beyond the courtroom. By accusing a one-time head of the nation’s top law enforcement agency of lying to Congress and obstructing a legislative inquiry, prosecutors have placed questions of truthfulness, accountability, and political motive at the center of a rare criminal proceeding.

The outcome could redefine how far the Justice Department may go in pursuing high-ranking officials for statements made in oversight settings, testing public confidence in whether such prosecutions serve justice or politics.

Read more: https://www.newsweek.com/trump-admin-suffers-blow-james-comey-case-10871043

Link to ORDER (PDF) - https://storage.courtlistener.com/recap/gov.uscourts.vaed.582136/gov.uscourts.vaed.582136.32.0_2.pdf

DOCKET - https://www.courtlistener.com/docket/71459120/united-states-v-comey/

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Trump Admin Suffers Blow in James Comey Case [View all] BumRushDaShow Oct 13 OP

Not a lawyer, but I can't imagine not being ready for an audit (financial or compliance) underpants Oct 13 #1

Or, it could simply mean the judge dismisses the charges Fiendish Thingy Oct 13 #3

That's my thinking. DoJ will produce a nothing burger because there's really nothing there.... paleotn Oct 13 #18

The incompetent... MarcoZandrini Oct 14 #30

I think Fitzgerald is working pro bono Pototan Oct 13 #7

Is there any evidence of that, Pototan? BComplex Oct 14 #34

that's why a used the phrase "I think" Pototan Oct 15 #39

Didn't I read that he and Comey are personal friends? hamsterjill Oct 14 #37

It's because the charges are made up - they have no credible evidence. n/t iluvtennis Oct 13 #12

After such a sloppy and brief indicting document, no surprise Raven123 Oct 13 #2

Republicans Better Be hildegaard28 Oct 13 #4

I think they are betting on the Democrats never holding them accountable. LiberalArkie Oct 13 #20

And/or getting a blanket pardon for any federal crimes. Both are probably good bets unfortunately.... nt Ol Janx Spirit Oct 13 #21

DOJ ought have proof enough pfitz59 Oct 13 #5

That's why no (competent) prosecutor was willing to file - there is no case FakeNoose Oct 13 #8

JD Vance Says James Comey Is Obviously Guilty struggle4progress Oct 13 #6

Vance doesn't usually go full on maga fairy tale like this. They must be feeling some kind of desperation. . . . nt Bernardo de La Paz Oct 13 #13

I am SO looking forward to mocking that pathetic excuse of a man when he takes command of the WH Attilatheblond Oct 13 #23

This is something we do not need Layzeebeaver Oct 14 #28

J D Vance has sex with couches. Ray Bruns Oct 14 #33

J "Davenport " Vance thomski64 Oct 14 #38

This judge can't be serious. Jacson6 Oct 13 #9

It wasn't in "just a few hours" BumRushDaShow Oct 13 #11

I'm not defending the DOJ, but usually 30 days is given to give a response to a motion. Jacson6 Oct 13 #14

In this case BumRushDaShow Oct 13 #15

Comey has a right to a speedy trial IbogaProject Oct 13 #19

You actually are defending the Trump DOJ Prairie Gates Oct 13 #16

I agree. H2O Man Oct 13 #22

Different issue. This isn't a motion. Ms. Toad Oct 13 #24

"discovery was already due today (it might have even been earlier - I can't easily find the original deadline) " BumRushDaShow Oct 14 #27

That's the process for setting the timing. Ms. Toad Oct 14 #36

The indictment and media attention are the entire 'Cause de Celebre'! BidenRocks Oct 13 #10

Nothing under the Trump administration serves justice, or America. It's all personal grudges and politics. n/t Beartracks Oct 13 #17

Great News Akakoji Oct 13 #25

Comey gifted Trump with his Hiliary investigation. OAITW r.2.0 Oct 13 #26

The goal of "extended Discovery" is equivalent to a prolonged fishing expedition. no_hypocrisy Oct 14 #29

That's what I was just thinking w/ my post MissMillie Oct 14 #32

I don't understand the "extended discovery" MissMillie Oct 14 #31

Let Comey sweat it out in front of Congress for thirteen hours and see if he likes how it feels. Aristus Oct 14 #35