DOJ sought input on Comey case from Sammy 'The Bull' Gravano, defense says
The DOJ sought input from Sammy 'The Bull' Gravano to build their case against James Comey. Prosecutors interviewed Gravano to understand Comey's experience with the Gambino crime family. This happened after Comey's indictment earlier this year.
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The US Department of Justice (DOJ) asked a famous gangster for help with a case against James Comey. Comey is a former FBI director. The DOJ wanted to know if Comey's experience with a crime family in the 1990s would affect his case.
Why it matters
This story matters because it shows how the DOJ is building its case against Comey. It also raises questions about the DOJ's methods and motivations.
- Who is Sammy 'The Bull' Gravano?
- Sammy 'The Bull' Gravano is a notorious gangster.
- What is the case against James Comey?
- The case against James Comey is not fully explained in this story.
- What is the Gambino crime family?
- The Gambino crime family is a well-known organized crime group in the US.
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The outlets frame the story as a surprising move by the DOJ to seek input from a notorious gangster. They all emphasize the unusual nature of this action.
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The DOJ sought input from a gangster to build their case against Comey.
Sources1TypeAngleABC NewsHighlights the unusual nature of the DOJ's move