Ex‑FBI Director James Comey has publicly denied the new charges filed against him by the U.S. Justice Department, marking what officials describe as his third prosecution.
Comey led the Federal Bureau of Investigation from 2013 until his dismissal in 2017, overseeing high‑profile investigations that included the 2016 election interference probe. His tenure made him a prominent figure in American law‑enforcement and politics.
The Justice Department announced the latest indictment earlier this week, though it provided no further details about the specific allegations. In response, Comey issued a statement rejecting the accusations and asserting his innocence.
Legal analysts note that Comey has previously faced two separate legal actions, though the nature and outcomes of those cases have not been detailed in the current filing.
The case is expected to move through the federal court system, where Comey’s legal team will contest the charges. No further comment was offered by the Justice Department at the time of reporting.
<small>Source: Al Jazeera — read the original story there.</small>