Hypo, what if Comey declares Trump innocent of all Russia charges 11 days before the 2018 election?

[poli3]

And does this intentionally to kill any momentum the Dems had in 2018 in order to boost the Republican downballot (again).

That would allow Comey to help out the GOP in not just one, but two elections.

[BSdetect]

1. That would or should not be unexpected

[delisen]

2. You certainly think ahead! Would that make Comey some Demon Mole?

[ksoze]

3. What charges? He hasn't even charged him with anything.

The FBI does not declare someone innocent - they are not a court. Odds are more likely one or more of Trump's associates will get documented being caught up in contact with Russian operatives. Trump is never gonna be close to any charges and the question will be if his associates can create enough stink around him to effect the public.

[poli3]

4. Comey has the power to recommend charges

He could just say that he couldn't find any evidence that would result in a conviction by a prosecutor, and instead of subtly slamming Clinton like he did with calling her 'careless', he could clear Trump by calling him 'innocent'. That would be Comey's intention, to help out his party.

[samnsara]

5. trumps still guilty of gross neglect , ignorance and (i bet) money laundering!

[MedusaX]

6. The NY AG will still move forward....

There's more than one venue available to bring forth a RICO case...

State is great...
especially if a Federal case won't fly!

[dumbcat]

7. Can't happen

FBI does not declare guilt or innocence. Courts do that.

[poli3]

8. If FBI says there is nothing , there is nothing for the DOJ or Congress to prosecute or reprimand

[dumbcat]

9. You said

"... declares Trump innocent ..."