In a significant development, former FBI Director James Comey has been indicted by a federal grand jury in Virginia on two charges related to his testimony before Congress. The charges, which include making false statements and obstruction of justice, stem from his September 2020 testimony regarding the alleged authorization of leaking classified information to the media. The investigation is being led by Lindsey Halligan, the US Attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia, who previously served as President Donald Trump’s personal lawyer. Comey, who has long been a target of Trump’s criticism, has vehemently denied the charges, expressing confidence in the federal judicial system. His arraignment is scheduled for October 9 in Alexandria, Virginia. US Attorney General Pam Bondi emphasized the Department of Justice’s commitment to holding individuals accountable for misleading the public. The case, which is considered one of the highest-profile indictments during Trump’s second term, has sparked debates about the integrity of the justice system and the separation of powers. Legal experts, including former federal prosecutor Laurie Levenson, have noted the challenges in prosecuting the case, particularly in proving intent. The indictment comes amid ongoing tensions between Trump and his critics, with the former president expressing frustration over the pace of prosecutions against his political adversaries. Comey’s tenure as FBI director, marked by controversies including the investigation into Hillary Clinton’s emails and his subsequent firing by Trump, continues to be a focal point in US political discourse.