The News Agents - USA Trump puts his enemies on the stand
Oct 9, 2025
Andrew Weissmann, former General Counsel of the FBI, dives deep into the legal intricacies surrounding James Comey's indictment. He discusses the procedural irregularities and claims of vindictive prosecution, casting doubt on the whole endeavor. Weissmann also shares insights on the politicization of the DOJ under Trump and how it alters the justice landscape. Later, the spotlight shifts to JB Pritzker, who issues a bold challenge to Trump, further igniting the political firestorm.
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Politicised Prosecution Red Flags
- The Comey indictment looks politically driven and procedurally irregular rather than a robust criminal case.
- Andrew Weissman warns the rushed replacement of prosecutors and timing near the statute of limitations signal weaponisation of DOJ.
Grand Jury Split Reveals Weak Case
- The grand jury split (14–9) on the Comey charges shows weak probable-cause support for indictment.
- Weissman notes a divided grand jury undermines the likelihood of conviction at trial.
Acquittal Won't End Political Attacks
- Even if Comey is acquitted, Trump will portray the outcome as corruption or bias.
- Weissman predicts Trump will attack judges and juries to undermine trust in verdicts.
