Wow, setting an even more dangerous precedent. A federal grand jury returned an indictment against former FBI Director James B. Comey, marking the latest escalation of President Trump’s push for payback over the bureau’s 2016 probe into his campaign’s possible ties to Russia.
Comey is facing two charges: one for allegedly making a false statement and another for obstructing a congressional proceeding, both tied to his testimony before a Senate committee on September 30, 2020.
This is dangerous because it weaponizes the justice system for political retribution, blurring the line between impartial justice and revenge. It creates a chilling effect on oversight, since future officials may fear testifying truthfully if it could lead to criminal charges later. It also sets a precedent that erodes democratic norms, signaling that institutions like the FBI or Congress can be punished for investigating those in power. And internationally, it makes the U.S. look less like a democracy and more like the authoritarian government.
In short it’s not just about James Comey. It’s about whether the justice system remains neutral, or becomes a tool for those in power to punish their enemies.
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