A former FBI aide to James Comey has described the government’s conduct as a “harassment campaign” aimed at securing witness testimony.
The account emerged in the Comey case, where prosecutors have faced scrutiny over their methods for obtaining cooperation.
The witness said pressure from Justice Department officials went beyond standard investigative practice.
Details of the alleged tactics have drawn attention to how federal prosecutors pursue testimony in politically sensitive matters.
Legal observers note that aggressive witness outreach can raise concerns about fairness and due process.
The Justice Department has not publicly responded to the characterization of its approach.
The dispute adds to broader questions about the boundaries of prosecutorial conduct in high-profile cases.
