Jonathan Turley on the Ironies in the James Comey Case and Alleged SPYING

James Comey's Legal Troubles

• 🎯 James Comey pleaded not guilty to charges of making false statements and obstruction of a congressional hearing.
• 💡 The case highlights a perceived pattern of powerful government bureaucrats acting as if they were above the law.
• ⚖️ The indictment is seen by some as politically motivated, aimed at preventing Donald Trump's political comeback.

Crushing Ironies in the Comey Case

• 🎭 A significant irony is Comey's potential argument of selective prosecution, given his own past actions.
• 🤝 Comey is accused of trapping former national security advisor Michael Flynn by sending agents to his office and then charging Flynn with lying.
• 🗓️ The trial date, January 5th, is the anniversary of a meeting where Comey and others briefed Obama, laying the groundwork for the Russia investigation.

Allegations of SPYING on US Senators

• 🕵️‍♂️ Jack Smith is accused of alleged spying on Republican senators, raising concerns about the speech and debate clause.
• 🔍 Senators are reportedly considering private legal action due to the intrusive nature of the alleged surveillance.
• 🏛️ A future hearing is anticipated where officials like Merrick Garland, Chris Wray, and Jack Smith would need to explain the factual basis for seeking metadata of US senators.
• ⚠️ The intrusion is considered dangerous as it can reveal associations and contacts made by whistleblowers and witnesses to members of Congress.