Breaking: Comey Responds to Indictment, Dramatically Declares He Will Not Live on His Knees

Conservative News DailySeptember 25, 2025

Former FBI Director James Comey has been indicted by a grand jury on charges of making false statements and obstruction related to his congressional testimony about the handling of the Trump-Russia investigation, known as “Crossfire Hurricane.” The indictment, filed just before the statute of limitations expired, alleges that Comey lied during his September 30, 2020 testimony to Congress. He faces up to five years in prison if convicted. Comey responded with a video statement declaring his innocence, expressing confidence in the judicial system, and calling for a trial. He also spoke about the personal and political costs of opposing former President donald Trump and urged Americans to stay engaged and vote. U.S. Attorney Lindsey Halligan emphasized that the charges represent a serious breach of public trust and highlighted the importance of accountability in executive oversight. The arraignment is scheduled for October 9. The indictment follows recent public criticism from Donald Trump, who demanded justice and criticized officials including Comey and others for alleged corruption.

Former FBI Director James Comey issued a response after being indicted by a grand jury on Thursday, issuing a video reply.

“My family and I have known for years that there are costs to standing up to Donald Trump,” he said. “But we couldn’t imagine ourselves living any other way. We will not live on our knees, and you shouldn’t either.

“Somebody that I love dearly recently said that ‘fear is the tool of a tyrant,’ and she’s right,” Comey continued. “But I’m not afraid, and I hope you’re not either. I hope instead you are engaged, you are paying attention, and you will vote like your beloved country depends upon it — which it does.”

He ended by professing his innocence and demanding a trial.

“My heart is broken for the Department of Justice, but I have great confidence in the federal judicial system, and I’m innocent. So let’s have a trial.”

Comey’s arraignment is set for Oct. 9.

The former FBI director was charged with making false statements and obstruction in congressional testimony, according to the United States Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Virginia.

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“The charges as alleged in this case represent a breach of the public trust at an extraordinary level,” U.S. Attorney Lindsey Halligan said. “The balance of power is a bedrock principal of our democracy, and it relies upon accountability and a forthright presentation of facts from executive leadership to congressional oversight.”

She added, “Any intent to avoid, evade, prevent, or obstruct compliance is a violation of professional responsibility and, most importantly, the law.”

Charges were filed just before the statute of limitations was set to run out. If convicted, Comey faces up to five years in prison.

The investigation into Comey focused on whether he lied while giving testimony to Congress on Sept. 30, 2020, about his handling of the original Trump-Russia inquiry while at the FBI. The probe was codenamed “Crossfire Hurricane.”

The indictment comes just days after President Donald Trump called out Attorney General Pam Bondi for her lack of action when it came to prosecuting corrupt Democrats.

Trump singled out Democratic Sen. Adam Schiff of California, New York Democratic Attorney General Letitia James, and Comey.