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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Kelly Rissman

James Comey indicted: How ex-FBI chief went from Hillary-gate, to Russia-gate, to facing five years prison under Trump

Former FBI director James Comey has been indicted by the Justice Department, which has long heralded its independence, in an unprecedented move against a perceived enemy of President Donald Trump.

Thursday’s indictment accuses Comey of making false statements and obstructing justice during congressional testimony he gave in September 2020. If convicted, he faces up to five years in prison. He’s denied any wrongdoing.

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