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In reply to the discussion: Trump Admin Suffers Blow in James Comey Case [View all]BumRushDaShow
(162,643 posts)27. "discovery was already due today (it might have even been earlier - I can't easily find the original deadline) "
        I had included the link to the docket in the OP comments - https://www.courtlistener.com/docket/71459120/united-states-v-comey/
Entry #19 from the link - (PDF of the form that was uploaded - https://storage.courtlistener.com/recap/gov.uscourts.vaed.582136/gov.uscourts.vaed.582136.19.0_1.pdf)
Oct 8, 2025
Minute Entry for proceedings held before District Judge Michael S Nachmanoff:Arraignment as to James B. Comey Jr. (1) Count 1,2 held on 10/8/2025. USA appeared through Lindsey Halligan, Gabriel Diaz, and Nathaniel Tyler Lemons. Defendant appeared with counsel Patrick Fitzgerald and Jessica Carmichael. Defendant WFA, PNG, and demanded a Jury Trial. Parties' request to waive right to speedy trial as articulated in open court- GRANTED. Motions Schedule 1: Motions due on 10/20/2025; Responses due on 11/3/2025; Replies due on 11/10/2025. Motions Schedule 2: Motions due on 10/30/2025; Responses due on 11/13/2025; Replies due on 11/20/2025. Parties directed to confer with regard to a discovery order by 10/10/2025.Parties directed to submit proposed discovery orders and supporting briefs, if necessary, as articulated in open court by COB on 10/13/2025. Parties directed to immediately confer with regard to providing defense counsel with access to classified information and submit a proposed CIPA briefing schedule by COB on 10/13/2025. Court advised counsel of process to appoint out-of-district judge to resolve defense motion for disqualification of Lindsey Halligan. DPPA advisement given in open court.Court adopts Pretrial Services Report. Motion Hearing set for 11/19/2025 at 10:00 AM in Alexandria Courtroom 600 before District Judge Michael S Nachmanoff. Motion Hearing set for 12/9/2025 at 10:00 AM in Alexandria Courtroom 600 before District Judge Michael S Nachmanoff. Jury Trial set for 1/5/2026 at 09:00 AM in Alexandria Courtroom 600 before District Judge Michael S Nachmanoff. Defendant entered on PR bond.(Court Reporter D.Salters.)(lcre, ) (Entered: 10/08/2025)
Minute Entry for proceedings held before District Judge Michael S Nachmanoff:Arraignment as to James B. Comey Jr. (1) Count 1,2 held on 10/8/2025. USA appeared through Lindsey Halligan, Gabriel Diaz, and Nathaniel Tyler Lemons. Defendant appeared with counsel Patrick Fitzgerald and Jessica Carmichael. Defendant WFA, PNG, and demanded a Jury Trial. Parties' request to waive right to speedy trial as articulated in open court- GRANTED. Motions Schedule 1: Motions due on 10/20/2025; Responses due on 11/3/2025; Replies due on 11/10/2025. Motions Schedule 2: Motions due on 10/30/2025; Responses due on 11/13/2025; Replies due on 11/20/2025. Parties directed to confer with regard to a discovery order by 10/10/2025.Parties directed to submit proposed discovery orders and supporting briefs, if necessary, as articulated in open court by COB on 10/13/2025. Parties directed to immediately confer with regard to providing defense counsel with access to classified information and submit a proposed CIPA briefing schedule by COB on 10/13/2025. Court advised counsel of process to appoint out-of-district judge to resolve defense motion for disqualification of Lindsey Halligan. DPPA advisement given in open court.Court adopts Pretrial Services Report. Motion Hearing set for 11/19/2025 at 10:00 AM in Alexandria Courtroom 600 before District Judge Michael S Nachmanoff. Motion Hearing set for 12/9/2025 at 10:00 AM in Alexandria Courtroom 600 before District Judge Michael S Nachmanoff. Jury Trial set for 1/5/2026 at 09:00 AM in Alexandria Courtroom 600 before District Judge Michael S Nachmanoff. Defendant entered on PR bond.(Court Reporter D.Salters.)(lcre, ) (Entered: 10/08/2025)
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        Not a lawyer, but I can't imagine not being ready for an audit (financial or compliance)
        underpants
        Oct 13
        #1
      
        
        That's my thinking.  DoJ will produce a nothing burger because there's really nothing there....
        paleotn
        Oct 13
        #18
      
        
        And/or getting a blanket pardon for any federal crimes.  Both are probably good bets unfortunately....  nt
        Ol Janx Spirit
        Oct 13
        #21
      
        
        Vance doesn't usually go full on maga fairy tale like this.  They must be feeling some kind of desperation. . . . nt
        Bernardo de La Paz
        Oct 13
        #13
      
        
        I am SO looking forward to mocking that pathetic excuse of a man when he takes command of the WH
        Attilatheblond
        Oct 13
        #23
      
        
        I'm not defending the DOJ, but usually 30 days is given to give a response to a motion.
        Jacson6
        Oct 13
        #14
      
        
        "discovery was already due today (it might have even been earlier - I can't easily find the original deadline) "
        BumRushDaShow
        Oct 14
        #27
      
        
        Nothing under the Trump administration serves justice, or America.  It's all personal grudges and politics. n/t
        Beartracks
        Oct 13
        #17
      
        
        The goal of "extended Discovery" is equivalent to a prolonged fishing expedition.
        no_hypocrisy
        Oct 14
        #29