On October 5, 2026, the Justice Department filed a sealed criminal case against former FBI Director James Comey, exactly ten years after the 2016 New York Times story at its center. The two counts, unlawfully transmitting national defense information and conspiracy, were filed without a grand jury. Comey’s lawyers say the 10-year statute of limitations has run out. The Justice Department says the filing stopped the clock. Federal courts are split on who is right. Post navigation DEVELOPING: Comey in the CROSSHAIRS as DOJ ramps up legal pressure Omar-Piker event a night of ‘FREAKING OUT DEMOCRATS’
