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Comey broke tradition and demanded a speedy trial —his constitutional right— and his judge speedily set trial for January 5th. It’s a bold and unusual move that pressures both the DOJ’s and his own lawyers.
Nearly every criminal defendant (99%+) waives their right to a speedy trial. On balance, I think it was a good move, but it also means less time for Comey to try to dismiss the case (he’s mentioned scads of reasons) or to try to disqualify the prosecutor, Lindsay Halligan. There’s only so much his lawyers can do at one time, and they must also now prepare for his trial during the worst time of year: the holidays.
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