New charges have been brought against James Comey, the former head of the Federal Bureau of Investigation, who was a key figure in the investigation into Russia's interference in the 2016 US presidential election. This was reported by Zamin.uz.
He is being accused of serious crimes such as giving false testimony and obstructing justice. This information was provided on September 26 by the American ABC News channel.
The US Federal Prosecutor's Office for the Eastern District of Virginia accuses Comey of providing false information during his 2020 testimony before the Senate Judiciary Committee. He allegedly presented unfounded information during the FBI's investigation into contacts between Donald Trump's campaign and Russia.
The details of the charges have not been fully disclosed, but legal experts suggest that the former director could face up to five years in prison. James Comey considers himself innocent and views this case as political revenge.
He stated that behind the charges lies the personal vendetta of former President Donald Trump. Comey said that he knows there is a price to pay for opposing Trump along with his family, but he will never agree to live in submission.
Additionally, he expressed hope for fair decisions from the federal judicial system. The charges against Comey emerged following changes in the Virginia prosecutor's office.
Trump previously dismissed federal prosecutor Eric Seibert. Seibert had not found sufficient grounds to open a criminal case against Comey, and in his place, Trump appointed Lindsey Halligan, a trusted aide and former lawyer, at the White House.
Officials emphasize that this process could lead to new controversies in the US political arena. James Comey is not only the former head of the FBI but also one of the main figures in the investigation of Russia's interference during the Trump administration.
This event is gaining significant attention in the political sphere.
