Why the DOJ should continue to pursue Comey
By Easton Martin | December 2, 2025
The dismissal of the initial case against former FBI Director James Comey does not mean the matter should be closed. Although a judge identified procedural flaws in how prosecutors handled grand jury proceedings, the core allegations remain unresolved. Credible reason still exists for a renewed effort, conducted properly.
Comey’s handling of sensitive internal memos, including storing them on a personal device and sharing them outside approved channels, has been well-documented. Those actions violated established FBI protocols designed to protect classified and confidential information. The public relies on federal law enforcement to exercise extraordinary discretion. When the director himself disregards procedure, accountability for figures like Comey is essential to preserving trust.
Even more concerning are claims that Comey provided false testimony to Congress in 2020. If evidence supports that allegation, it represents a direct challenge to congressional oversight. Truthfulness under oath is not optional. Congress cannot perform its constitutional duties if senior officials feel free to mislead lawmakers without consequence.
The failure of the first prosecution was not an exoneration, rather it was the product of preventable legal missteps. A renewed investigation, led by experienced career prosecutors and grounded in a meticulous review of the evidence, would ensure proper procedure is followed. If probable cause is established, a new case should proceed based on the facts. The Justice Department must show that its standards apply equally at every level of power.
