Nicolle: Comey case 'symbolizes the perversion of the rule of law in America' under Trump

Legal Proceedings - Former FBI Director Jim Comey pleaded not guilty to two criminal counts: lying to Congress and obstruction [1] - Comey's trial is scheduled for January 5th, 2026, and is expected to last two to three days [1] - Comey's legal team plans to challenge every aspect of the case, including the appointment of acting US attorney Lindseay Halligan [2] - The legality of Halligan's appointment as acting US attorney is being questioned, potentially impacting the validity of the indictment [3] Allegations of Political Interference - Comey's legal team argues that his prosecution is a case of malicious and selective prosecution by the Trump administration [3] - Public statements by Donald Trump suggest a push to prosecute Jim Comey [4] - Trump fired the prosecutor who refused to bring the case against Comey and suggested Lindseay Halligan as the new US attorney [4] Case Details and Transparency - Comey's attorney reports a lack of details regarding the case, including the identities of "person three" and "person one" mentioned in the indictment [6] - The specifics of counts one and two in the indictment remain unclear to Comey's legal team [6] - Lindseay Halligan is reportedly bringing in assistant US attorneys from other offices to help prosecute the case against Jim Comey [5]