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What happened to James Comey?

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James Comey, former FBI director, was indicted on charges of making false statements and obstruction of justice related to his 2020 congressional testimony. The indictment followed significant presidential pressure and controversy over prosecutorial independence.

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Trump's feud with James Comey looms over criminal indictment

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  • James Comey indicted on charges of making false statements and obstruction of Congress. 22s
  • President Trump publicly urged prosecutors to charge Comey and replaced the federal prosecutor. 1m 11s
  • Legal experts note the president's direct involvement in the case is unprecedented. 1m 39s
  • House Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries criticizes the indictment as political retribution. 2m 6s
  • The indictment was reached by a narrow grand jury vote, with internal opposition reported. 2m 34s
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Trump's feud with James Comey looms over criminal indictment
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CBS America
10 hours ago
Trump's feud with James Comey looms over criminal indictment

James Comey is set to face formal charges for making false statements and obstruction of Congress, stemming from his testimony five years ago.

Former FBI chief James Comey charged
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Reuters
23 hours ago
Former FBI chief James Comey charged

The U.S. Justice Department filed criminal charges against James Comey for making false statements and obstructing a congressional investigation.

Comey responds to his indictment: 'I'm not afraid'
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CBS America
1 day ago
Comey responds to his indictment: 'I'm not afraid'

James Comey was indicted on one count of making false statements and another of obstruction of justice related to his 2020 Senate testimony.

Former FBI director James Comey indicted on two counts
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CBS America
1 day ago
Former FBI director James Comey indicted on two counts

A federal grand jury indicted James Comey on counts of making false statements and obstruction of justice as the statute of limitations was about to expire.

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