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Comey moves to dismiss 'seashell 86' case, accuses Trump, DOJ of vindictive prosecution
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Former FBI Director James Comey filed a motion late Tuesday to dismiss the criminal case against him, which stems from his sharing a photo of seashells arranged to spell '86 47.' Comey argues the prosecution is selective and vindictive, ordered by President Trump. In a separate filing, he also requested a Franks hearing to challenge the validity of the search warrant or evidence used in the case. The case has drawn significant attention due to the unusual nature of the alleged offense and the high-profile figures involved.
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Late Tuesday Filing Argues Charges Were Ordered by President Trump
Former FBI Director James Comey filed a motion late Tuesday requesting that a judge dismiss the case against him related to sharing a photo of seashells spelling "86 47." The filing argues that the prosecution amounts to a selective and vindictive action ordered by President Trump.
In a separate late-night filing, Comey's legal team also requested a Franks hearing—a legal procedure aimed at reviewing whether law enforcement made false statements or omissions in securing a warrant.
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