Trump’s Prosecutor Faces Urgent Threat After Major Legal Blunders

UPDATE: Major legal blunders by President Donald Trump’s appointed prosecutor, Lindsey Halligan, are threatening the integrity of the case against former FBI Director James Comey. In a scathing analysis published in The New York Times on October 26, 2023, legal expert David French asserts that Halligan’s recent errors could lead to the case being dismissed altogether.

The situation has escalated following revelations that Halligan failed to properly present the second indictment to the grand jury, a critical oversight that may have dire consequences. French highlighted this issue, stating, “If this procedure did not take place, then the court is in uncharted legal territory.” This blunder not only jeopardizes the charges against Comey but raises questions about fundamental legal principles.

Further complicating matters, a magistrate judge recently found that Halligan mishandled attorney-client communications involving Comey and his former attorney, Daniel Richman, a respected law professor at Columbia Law School. This violation of legal protocol is described by French as a “sacred” tenet of the legal process.

Additionally, concerns have been raised regarding the execution of the search warrant under the Fourth Amendment, leading to speculation about potential violations of Comey’s rights. French noted, “The magistrate also raised concerns about whether the Trump F.B.I. complied with a fundamental requirement of the Fourth Amendment.”

During grand jury proceedings, Halligan’s responses to juror inquiries were criticized as misleading, which French termed a “fundamental and highly prejudicial misstatement of the law.” Halligan’s apparent missteps have led to a climate of confusion and uncertainty regarding the future of the case.

As of now, the magistrate judge has not moved to dismiss the case, but French warns that Halligan’s procedural errors could have lasting implications. “We do not yet know if Halligan’s procedural irregularities will be fatal to the case, but if I’d committed that level of malpractice, it would have been instantly fatal to my continued employment,” he concluded.

This unfolding drama represents a significant moment in the ongoing legal battles surrounding Trump and his associates. As new developments arise, the legal community and the public alike are watching closely to see how these blunders will impact the prosecution’s case against Comey.

Stay tuned for updates on this developing story as we bring you the latest information surrounding this urgent legal crisis.