Former FBI Director James Comey Indicted for False Statements, Vows Legal Fight

Former FBI Director James Comey has been indicted on charges of making false statements and obstruction of justice related to his 2018 Senate testimony on Russian interference in the 2016 election. In a defiant video statement posted to Instagram, Comey declared his innocence, stating that he and his family have long accepted the consequences of standing up to President Trump, whom he referenced directly. He emphasized resilience, urging people not to live in fear, which he described as a tool of tyranny, and called for engagement and voting as crucial acts for the country. President Trump praised the indictment on social media, labeling Comey as one of the worst individuals the country has seen. Comey's legal team also firmly denied the charges and expressed confidence in clearing his name in court. The indictment marks a significant escalation in what critics see as the Trump administration's use of law enforcement to target political opponents, an effort condemned by many legal experts and former Justice Department officials.