US EditionEx-FBI Director James Comey charged with making false statement, obstruction, AP source says
James Comey faces charges of lying to Congress and obstruction of justice, marking the first prosecution of a former senior official tied to Trump’s Russia investigation grievances.
- James Comey was charged with making a false statement and obstruction of justice on September 25, 2025, according to the Department of Justice.
- President Donald Trump pressured Attorney General Pam Bondi to pursue charges against Comey shortly before the indictment was issued, as reported by ABC News and Axios.
- Comey is accused of lying during his Senate testimony in 2020 about unauthorized disclosures related to the Russia investigation, according to court documents.
- Attorney General Pam Bondi emphasized that the indictment reflects the commitment to hold accountable those who misuse power, according to her post on X.
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An attorney-in-chief specifically appointed by President Trump accuses James Comey of lying to a Senate committee in the fall of 2020. Former FBI director calls herself innocent and sees herself as the victim of a presidential revenge campaign.
In the U.S., former FBI director Comey has been accused of "serious crimes," the Department of Justice reported. Among other things, Comey is charged with obstructing an investigation into Congress and making a false statement. He himself rejects the allegations.
Justice Department Indictment: Trump's Controversial Move against James Comey
Justice Department Indictment: Trump's Controversial Move against James Comey The Justice Department's decision to charge James Comey represents a significant development in President Trump's continued campaign against perceived political adversaries. On Thursday, former FBI Director Comey faced charges that could lead to a prison sentence of up to five years, accused of making false statements and obstructing Congress.In a public reaction, Come…
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