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October 26, 2026

DOJ files criminal information accusing James Comey of disclosing defense information

  • The DOJ alleges Comey shared national defense information with an unauthorized person and conspired with others to disclose it in 2016, in connection with a New York Times story about a secret surveillance-court order.
  • Prosecutors filed the criminal information on Oct. 6, 2026, to toll the statute of limitations while the investigation continues; Comey’s lawyers argue an information cannot satisfy the 10-year deadline, which they say required an indictment.
  • Comey’s lawyers have asked Judge Trevor McFadden to dismiss the case, arguing the filing is invalid; the motion remains pending.

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