Former FBI Director James Comey Indicted on False Statement and Obstruction Charges Amid Political Dispute

Former FBI Director James Comey has been indicted on charges of making false statements and obstructing a congressional proceeding related to his 2020 Senate testimony, marking a significant escalation in President Trump's campaign against his political adversaries. Comey, who was fired by Trump in 2017 during the Russia investigation, maintains his innocence and expressed confidence in the federal judiciary, urging the public to remain engaged and unafraid. The indictment follows Trump's explicit pressure on Attorney General Pam Bondi to pursue cases against Comey and other critics, reflecting a broader effort by the Trump administration to target individuals who have scrutinized or opposed him. Comey also referenced his daughter's recent firing as a federal prosecutor, which she alleges was politically motivated due to her father's stance. Trump celebrated the indictment on social media, framing it as justice for the country. Despite the charges, Comey called for a trial and encouraged people to stay informed and vote, emphasizing resistance against what he described as tyranny.