Former FBI Director James Comey was indicted by a federal grand jury on charges of making false statements and obstruction of justice.
This marks a significant development tied to the broader investigation into the FBI’s handling of the Russia probe that examined alleged links between Donald Trump’s 2016 campaign and Russian officials.
President Trump responded to the indictment by expressing support for the legal proceedings. Comey, 64, is the highest-ranking former official to face charges in this context. If convicted on both counts, he could face up to five years in prison. Reports indicate that Comey is expected to turn himself in and that an arraignment is scheduled for October 9 in Alexandria, Virginia.
