U.S. Justice Department terminated Maurene Comey from her position as an Assistant U.S. Attorney in the Southern District of New York, where she served for nearly a decade. Comey led the prosecution in the high-profile sex trafficking and racketeering case against Sean ”Diddy” Combs, resulting in a mixed verdict in July 2025, with Combs convicted on prostitution-related charges but acquitted of more serious charges. She also played a key role in the successful prosecution of Ghislaine Maxwell, who was convicted in 2021 of sex trafficking for aiding Jeffrey Epstein, receiving a 20-year sentence. Comey contributed to the Epstein case before his 2019 suicide in custody. No specific reason for her firing was provided, though sources noted President Trump’s dissatisfaction with her family ties, as she is the daughter of former FBI Director James Comey. The termination, citing Article II of the U.S. Constitution, marks a significant shake-up in the Southern District of New York, following other recent prosecutorial changes. Colleagues praised Comey’s intelligence and leadership, noting her respected status in the office.
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