Victor Davis Hanson: Many Who Weaponized US Intelligence Got Off Scot-Free, Will Comey?

Sep 30, 2025

The discussion dives into the recent indictment of James Comey for perjury and obstruction of Congress. It highlights the conflicting testimonies between Comey and Andrew McCabe about leaking information. The conversation reflects on why McCabe evaded prosecution, despite lying, and examines a troubling trend of officials lying under oath, including Brennan and Clapper. Victor Davis Hanson probes whether Comey's indictment is delayed justice or political retribution, emphasizing the moral implications of his actions.

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Pattern Of Official Lies

Victor Davis Hanson argues multiple senior intelligence officials repeatedly lied under oath and avoided prosecution.
He frames these lies as part of a broader pattern of weaponizing federal agencies against political opponents.

INSIGHT

Comey's Two-Count Indictment

Hanson outlines the two-count indictment of James Comey for lying to Congress and obstructing a congressional probe.
He notes the prosecution hinges on whether Comey authorized subordinates to leak to the press.

ANECDOTE

Conflicting Testimonies Between Comey And McCabe

Hanson recounts testimony contradictions between Comey and Andrew McCabe about authorization to leak.
He recalls McCabe admitting to lying about leaking to The Wall Street Journal during the Clinton Foundation probe.

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“For far too long, previous corrupt leadership and their enablers weaponized federal law enforcement, damaging once proud institutions and severely eroding public trust,” said FBI Director Kash Patel following the Justice Department’s charging of former FBI Director James Comey with perjury and obstruction of Congress.

Comey’s right-hand man, former FBI Deputy Director Andrew McCabe, was not charged by the Department of Justice in 2020 after the DOJ’s inspector general found that he had “authorized an aide to talk with The Wall Street Journal about the FBI's probe into the Clinton Foundation,” according to NPR.

James Clapper lied to Congress about the nature and scope of the National Security Agency’s domestic surveillance operations.
Former CIA Director John Brennan lied two times under oath to Congress.

Until James Comey’s recent indictment, many of the individuals who played an integral role in weaponizing America’s intelligence and law enforcement agencies to target political enemies like Donald Trump got off scot-free, argues Victor Davis Hanson on today’s edition of “Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words”:

(00:00) Introduction and Overview

(00:59) Details of Comey's Indictment

(02:01) Comparisons and Legal Context

(06:05) Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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