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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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.
Timing And Scope Of The Charge
- The indictment targets Comey's 2020 Senate testimony about whether he authorized anonymous sources to speak to reporters.
- Prosecutors timed charges to beat the five-year statute of limitations, which was expiring imminently.
Indictment's Vagueness About Evidence
- The indictment alleges Comey lied when he said he never authorized leaks, but it is vague about who or what was leaked.
- The public charging document provides little detail, so the strength of evidence remains unclear.