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The Department of Justice conducted an investigation into the matter, with the independent inspector general concluding that Andrew McCabe had lied while Jim Comey told the truth. This conclusion underpins the prosecution's case. Yet, legal experts note that with conflicting witness testimony, especially in a "he said, she said" scenario, winning a conviction is exceedingly challenging.
Obstruction of Justice and Its Implications
A secondary charge, obstruction of justice, is also part of the indictment. This charge would require proving that Comey intentionally diverted or hindered congressional investigations—another difficult task given the nature of the evidence. If Comey is acquitted of the perjury charge, the obstruction case would likely fall apart as well.