The Daily The Indictment of James Comey
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Sep 26, 2025 Devlin Barrett, a seasoned reporter for The New York Times specializing in the Justice Department and FBI, dives deep into the recent indictment of former FBI Director James Comey. He discusses how Comey's tumultuous relationship with Trump led to this legal confrontation. Barrett explains the specifics of the indictment, its vague allegations, and the potential political ramifications for both Comey and Trump. He also highlights the internal turmoil within the DOJ and speculates on Trump's future targets in this ongoing saga.
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Indictment As Retribution Culmination
- The indictment is the culmination of a sustained campaign of retribution by Donald Trump against Jim Comey.
- That effort repurposes the Justice Department as a tool for personal vengeance rather than an independent institution.
Trump's Early Push To Prosecute Comey
- Trump quickly developed a desire to prosecute Comey after firing him in 2017 and blamed him for the special counsel investigation.
- He publicly attacked Comey as a leaker and liar and repeatedly pushed subordinates to bring charges.
Replacing Prosecutors To Secure Charges
- Career prosecutors repeatedly judged the Comey case weak and unchargeable, but Trump replaced objections with loyal political appointees.
- That personnel change enabled the indictment despite prior internal resistance.