JD Vance says James Comey 'lied under oath’, signals more indictments in Trump’s tenure
WASHINGTON, DC: Vice President JD Vance said James Comey "lied under oath” and called the former FBI director’s indictment a pivotal moment in the Trump administration’s pursuit of accountability.
In an interview with Fox News, Vance said the case is just the beginning. “Surely, there will be more indictments over the next three and a half years of the Trump administration. We have always let the law guide these matters, based on the facts of the case, not political motivations,” he said.
JD Vance says Comey lied under oath, criticizes Biden administration
On Comey, Vance was clear, saying he lied multiple times under oath and would face his day in court. “When I look at this indictment, I see a man who lied under oath to Congress multiple times. He will have his day in court and the opportunity to prove his case before a jury. The idea this is politically driven is wrong when you read the details,” Vance said.
Vance contrasted this with the Biden administration, accusing it of prosecuting political opponents instead of following the law. “The Biden administration indicted not just members of the press, but also many people simply engaged in politics or policymaking who disagreed with them. That is politics, not justice,” he said.
JD Vance calls Comey indictment a result of careful legal review
Regarding the Comey indictment, Vance highlighted the thoroughness of the legal process. “This was a grand jury indictment delivered in Alexandria, Virginia. Not exactly a hotbed of Donald Trump’s political support. There were three requested indictments. The grand jury returned two of the three. That shows careful consideration, not politics.”
Vance emphasized that the administration is committed to impartiality. “Look at our record. Politics does not drive this, the law does,” he said.
Vice President hints at more indictments in Trump administration
Vance’s remarks suggested Comey’s indictment could be the first of several legal actions in what the Trump administration calls a broader campaign for justice. “We are committed to letting the law, not politics, lead,” he concluded.
Earlier, Trump called James Comey “corrupt” and said he “lied” in his congressional testimony, insisting he pay “a very big price.” In a Truth Social post, he wrote, "He just got unexpectedly caught. James ‘Dirty Cop’ Comey was a destroyer of lives. He knew exactly what he was saying, and that was a very serious and far-reaching lie for which a very big price must be paid.”
Responding after the indictment, James Comey said he was ready to challenge the Justice Department and the accusations.
