

Grand Jury Shopping
9 snips Oct 2, 2025
This week dives into the indictment of James Comey, exploring the implications of a weak grand jury vote. The hosts discuss the unique strategy of using local grand juries to secure indictments and the potential legal setbacks for Comey. They also investigate the FBI's involvement in the Tom Homan inquiry and critique judicial practices regarding prosecutorial tactics. Additionally, a notable ruling against the Trump administration over immigrant rights and the ramifications of recent legal cases highlight the tumultuous landscape of American justice.
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Weak Grand Jury Vote Signals Trouble
- A 14–9 grand jury vote to indict James Comey is unusually weak and signals serious prosecutorial problems.
- Such a close vote suggests probable-cause doubts that make dismissal or aggressive defense likely.
Inexperienced Presenter Raises Red Flags
- Lindsay Halligan, a relatively inexperienced presenter, took the grand jury role on a high-profile case.
- Her apparent unfamiliarity increases the chance defense motions will allege mispresentation or misconduct.
Request Grand Jury Transcripts Early
- Defense teams should seek grand jury transcripts quickly to probe for misconduct or misstatements.
- Use those transcripts to support pretrial motions to dismiss for mispresentation or withheld exculpatory evidence.