James Comey responds to indictment, Trump's 'anti-weaponization' fund for allies
James Comey has maintained his innocence following a second indictment by the Trump Justice Department. He criticized the administration's plan to create an 'anti-weaponization' fund for allies claiming it undermines American values. Comey expressed confidence in his legal team and discussed his daughter's lawsuit against the Justice Department for her termination.
- ▪James Comey was indicted by the Trump Justice Department over an Instagram post from 2025.
- ▪Comey claims he is innocent and plans to defend himself in court.
- ▪His daughter is suing the Justice Department for unlawful termination after being fired from her position.
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ABC NewsLiveVideoShowsGood Morning AmericaShopGMAInterest Successfully AddedWe'll notify you here with news aboutTurn on desktop notifications for breaking stories about interest? OffOnStream onJames Comey responds to indictment, Trump's 'anti-weaponization' fund for allies"I am not just not guilty, I am innocent," Comey said.ByAlexandra HutzlerMay 18, 2026, 1:16 PM3:29James Comey speaks with "Good Morning America," May 18, 2026.ABC NewsFormer FBI Director James Comey, in an appearance on "Good Morning America" on Monday, maintained his innocence after being indicted by the Trump Justice Department for a second time and bashed the administration's plan to create a "anti-weaponization" fund for the president's allies.Comey told ABC News' George Stephanopoulos he could not discuss details…
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