Comey Urges Prosecution of Perjury Cases Even If Politically Unpopular, Emails Suggest

Former FBI Director James Comey urged officials to always prosecute high-profile perjury cases, but now faces two federal charges alleging he made a false statement to Congress and obstructed justice in a case involving his own conduct. The indictment comes after Comey's repeated calls for prosecutors to prioritize high-stakes cases. Comey had previously expressed frustration with the handling of high-profile perjury cases, but it appears he may have broken the law himself. The charges mark a stunning reversal for Comey, who had long been known for his commitment to upholding the law.