Comey Warns Political Use of DOJ Threatens Rule of
Law and American Democracy
In a powerful video statement, former FBI Director James Comey condemned the prosecution brought against him by the Department of Justice under President Donald Trump. Comey emphasized that the case matters because it sends a dangerous message: the president cannot weaponize the DOJ to target political enemies.
Comey described this tactic as “fundamentally anti-American” and an existential threat to the rule of law that underpins the democracy protecting all citizens.
He stressed that regardless of political differences, such misuse of justice institutions threatens freedoms and fairness. “This is not about me or my politics, this is about safeguarding the principles that protect us all,” Comey said.
The indictment stemmed from allegations involving false statements and obstruction of a congressional proceeding related to Comey’s FBI tenure.
Comey announced his confidence in the federal judicial system even as he fervently denied all charges, decrying the prosecution as part of a political vendetta.
He also criticized former Trump administration officials who pushed for these charges despite internal doubts and lack of evidence, highlighting a memo from career prosecutors recommending against indictment.
Comey urged the public to recognize the larger implications beyond individual personalities — warning that political weaponization of the DOJ can erode democratic norms and civil rights.
The video message serves as both a defense and a call to action to uphold justice principles untainted by partisan motives.
