Investigators in Comey seashells case omitted key facts and distorted others, defense lawyers allege
Former FBI Director James Comey is facing charges related to a post featuring seashells. He argues it wasn't a threat and wants the case dismissed, while his lawyers claim investigators withheld facts and submitted false documents. The case centers on whether the post was actually threatening.
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3 developments- Jul 27Comey says seashells post was political speech - not a threat - as he presses to dismiss charges
- Jul 29Investigators in James Comey seashells case omitted key facts, defense lawyers allege
- Jul 29New Secret Service emails reveal how case was built against James Comey
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