In a move that has stirred national controversy, former FBI Director James Comey was indicted on Thursday for allegedly making false statements to Congress and obstructing justice.

The charges stem from Comey’s 2020 testimony about leaks related to the FBI’s Trump-Russia investigation. The indictment was brought by Lindsey Halligan, the newly appointed acting U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia — an appointment made by President Donald Trump just days earlier.

Here’s what to know about the Comey indictment and reaction from California politicians.

Comey Indictment Raises Questions About Justice Department Bowing to Political Pressure

The indictment has drawn criticism from legal experts and political observers, who note that internal memos advised against prosecution due

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