Top Democrats split on Trump conviction, condemn Comey indictment
Senior Democratic leaders publicly praised the criminal conviction of former President Donald Trump as evidence that 'no one is above the law,' while simultaneously condemning the recent indictment of former FBI Director James Comey as politically motivated retribution. The article collects named statements and quotes from Joe Biden, Nancy Pelosi, Chuck Schumer, Sen. Tim Kaine and Sen. Mark Warner, and includes the White House and Trump’s own remarks defending the Comey prosecution.
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🔍 Key Facts
- The piece contrasts two legal actions: Trump’s conviction (referenced as 34 felony counts and a unanimous jury verdict in the cited trial) and the newly publicized indictment of James Comey.
- Named officials quoted: President Joe Biden, former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, Sen. Tim Kaine, Sen. Mark Warner, and President Donald Trump.
- Direct quotes documented: Schumer saying he has 'no faith in Trump’s judicial system' in response to Comey’s indictment; Trump calling the Comey action 'about justice...not revenge'.