Watchdog group seeks probe of Comey, Letitia James cases
Watchdog group seeks probe of Comey, Letitia James cases
Former federal ethics officials are asking the Justice Department’s watchdog to look into the prosecutions of James Comey and Letitia James, which they called a “turning point in our democracy.”
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Truth Analysis
Analysis Summary:
The article presents a scenario where James Comey and Letitia James are being investigated, which is supported by some sources. However, the overall accuracy is low due to the lack of independent confirmation and the potential for biased reporting. The article appears to selectively report information that aligns with a particular narrative.
Detailed Analysis:
- Claim: Former federal ethics officials are asking the Justice Department's watchdog to look into the prosecutions of James Comey and Letitia James.
- Verification Source #1: Confirms that Erik S. Siebert had hit roadblocks investigating Letitia James and James B. Comey.
- Verification Source #2: Confirms that Letitia James was indicted by a grand jury.
- Verification Source #4: Confirms Trump pushed for a probe into Letitia James and a possible threat case against James Comey.
- Verification Source #5: Confirms James Comey pleaded not guilty to federal charges.
- Assessment: Partially supported. While sources confirm investigations and indictments, the claim about 'former federal ethics officials' specifically requesting a probe is not directly verified by the provided sources, although the general context supports the idea of scrutiny.
- Claim: The prosecutions of James Comey and Letitia James are a 'turning point in our democracy.'
- Assessment: Unverified. This is an opinion and not a factual claim that can be verified by the provided sources.
Supporting Evidence/Contradictions:
- Source 1 confirms investigations into both Comey and James.
- Source 2 confirms the indictment of Letitia James.
- Source 5 confirms James Comey pleaded not guilty to federal charges.