The Ben Shapiro Show Ep. 2287 - BREAKING: Former FBI Director James Comey INDICTED!
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Sep 26, 2025 James Comey faces a two-count indictment, raising questions about political motives and legal merits. There's a deeper dive into the implications of Antifa's designation and investigations into Soros-funded groups. The podcast also touches on government shutdown negotiations and economic updates, reflecting on GDP revisions and tariff concerns. Meanwhile, a mysterious military meeting called by Pete Hegseth adds to the intrigue, alongside critiques of media narratives and discussions on U.S.-Israel relations.
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Narrow Scope Of Comey Indictment
- The Comey indictment is narrow, alleging a false statement and obstruction tied to a 2020 Senate hearing.
- Ben Shapiro notes the charges focus on whether Comey authorized an FBI leak and lied about it.
Timing Tied To Statute Of Limitations
- The perjury charge centers on Comey's September 30, 2020 testimony about authorizing leaks.
- Shapiro highlights the five-year statute of limitations driving the timing of the indictment.
2016 Leak Investigation And Baker's Claim
- Andy McCarthy and Durham traced an October 31, 2016 NYT story about Russia links and leaks involving James Baker.
- Baker believed he acted with authorization from Comey via intermediaries, per Durham's probe.
