Demand Investigation into DOJ's Indictment of James Comey

I am deeply concerned about the recent indictment of former FBI Director James Comey by the Department of Justice. This action appears to be a blatant abuse of power and a dangerous politicization of our justice system. The two-count indictment, filed in the Eastern District of Virginia, relates to Comey's September 2020 testimony about the Russia-Trump campaign investigation. What's particularly alarming is the appointment of Lindsey Halligan, a former Trump lawyer with no prosecutorial experience, to lead this case. This decision raises serious questions about the integrity of the process and the motivations behind it. The circumstances surrounding this indictment are troubling. The grand jury initially rejected one count of the original three-count indictment, suggesting potential overreach. Furthermore, public statements made by former President Trump against Comey may compromise the prosecution's case, indicating that this may be more about personal vendettas than justice. I urge you to call for an immediate congressional investigation into this matter. We need to examine whether the Department of Justice is being used as a tool for political retribution rather than upholding the rule of law. The independence of our justice system is fundamental to our democracy, and any attempt to undermine it must be scrutinized and addressed. This is not a partisan issue. It's about preserving the integrity of our institutions and ensuring that no one, regardless of their position, can manipulate our justice system for personal or political gain. As your constituent, I ask you to take a stand against this apparent abuse of power and work to restore faith in our judicial processes. Time is of the essence. With the case assigned to Judge Michael Nachmanoff, we need swift action to ensure that due process is followed and that our justice system remains impartial. Please act now to protect the foundations of our democracy and the rule of law.