The Daily Beast Podcast Trump's Witchhunt is About to Meet This Reckoning
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Oct 5, 2025 Shan Wu, a former federal prosecutor and legal columnist, joins the discussion to dissect the indictment of James Comey, revealing its politically charged nature. He explains the implications of a weak grand jury vote and the role of inexperienced prosecutors. Wu discusses the heavy emotional and financial burden on Comey, the potential for selective prosecution claims, and how this trial could undermine the integrity of the justice system. He warns that politicized legal actions threaten fairness, urging a deeper look into our judicial protections.
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Indictment's Harm Beyond Conviction
- An indictment can cause enormous personal and financial harm even if conviction is unlikely.
- Shan Wu warns Trump wins by inflicting stress and legal costs on targets like James Comey.
Defense Costs Are Substantial
- High-profile defense costs run into the hundreds of thousands for major firms.
- Wu notes Comey will need a full legal team beyond his lead lawyer, driving up expenses.
Career Prosecutors Resisted The Case
- Career prosecutors reportedly resisted bringing this case, signaling weak evidentiary footing.
- Shan Wu highlights firings and departures that left inexperienced prosecutors to proceed.