Global News Podcast Former FBI director James Comey indicted on two criminal charges
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Sep 26, 2025 James Comey, the former FBI director, insists on his innocence as he faces two criminal charges amid rising political tensions linked to Donald Trump. TikTok dodges a shutdown by handing over its US operations to investors. The alarming rise of mephedrone use among young Russians highlights serious addiction concerns. Meanwhile, new research hints that human evolution might have occurred earlier than previously believed, reshaping our understanding of history.
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Historic Indictment Of James Comey
- James Comey has been indicted on counts of making false statements to Congress and obstructing justice related to his 2020 testimony.
- The charges mark the first time a former FBI director faces criminal indictment and reflect intense animus from Donald Trump.
Prosecutorial Doubts Over Case Strength
- The alleged false testimony concerns disclosures to media and contradictions with a former deputy's statements.
- Officials in the Eastern District of Virginia expressed scepticism, and a top prosecutor resigned over doubts about the case's strength.
Executive Order For US TikTok Deal
- President Trump signed an executive order proposing a US-controlled TikTok with Chinese ownership reduced to 20%.
- The order aims to preserve TikTok while addressing US data privacy and national security concerns.