A federal grand jury in Virginia has indicted former FBI Director James Comey on two counts: making false statements to Congress and obstruction of justice. The charges stem from Comey’s testimony in September 2020 regarding his alleged authorization of a classified information leak to the media. Comey declared his innocence and expressed confidence in the judicial system, preparing for his arraignment scheduled for October 9 in Alexandria, Virginia.

The investigation, led by Lindsey Halligan, U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia, follows President Trump’s calls for aggressive probes into his political adversaries. The indictment reflects the Justice Department’s commitment to accountability, according to Attorney General Pam Bondi.

Comey is accused of falsely stating that he had not authorized anyone at the FBI to be an anonymous source concerning an ongoing investigation. If found guilty, he could face a maximum of five years in prison. His lawyer, Patrick Fitzgerald, stated that they look forward to vindicating Comey in court.

This indictment marks a significant moment, as Comey becomes the first former FBI director to face such charges. The case highlights tensions between the Justice Department and the Trump administration, with Trump publicly criticizing Comey and expressing frustration over the timing of legal actions against his critics.



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