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Trump's Call to Indict FBI Director Sparks Controversy
9/30/2025
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- Trump calls for indictment of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) director James B. Comey, triggering concerns among figures including FBI director Kash Patel.
- A precedent has been set for prosecuting former officials disfavored by the administration.
- Democrats accuse Patel of lying during confirmation hearings.
- Sarah Matthews warns this precedent could backfire on conservatives if Democrats retaliate in the future.
