“Notwithstanding the expiration of that grand jury’s term, the investigation into possible criminal activity will continue,” Carmody said. He declined further comment, citing the ongoing investigation.

Gardner, at her news conference, would not take questions about the Tisaby case because it’s pending. She sidestepped a question about whether she’s concerned about the ongoing investigation into her office.

“This is an example of an unfair system that uses the laws to attack, to point out, to misrepresent, to put a cloud over the hard-working men and women who are in this office who do their job every day and will continue to do their job every day,” she said. “... and they want to make it about Kim Gardner.”

Gardner is also facing an ethical complaint filed by Greitens’ lawyers with the agency that investigates and disciplines lawyers.

At the news conference, Gardner was surrounded by political, clerical and community supporters who believe she is the victim of a political, racist and sexist attack. They praised Gardner on Thursday, saying she is pursuing a reform agenda to make the criminal justice system fairer to minorities.

She concluded her news conference by praying with her supporters.