James Comey Indicted on Charges of Lying to Senate Committee

What's happening

James Comey Indicted on Charges of Lying to Senate Committee — A recent report has raised alarms about potential censorship tactics being employed by political activists in the U.K. and their implications for free speech in the United States. The investigation by Paul Holden, published in Drop Site News, details a campaign linked to the Labour Party aimed at demonetizing news outlets deemed unfavorable, including The Federalist. Explainer California Overview The campaign reportedly involved the Center for Countering Digital Hate (CCDH), a British nonprofit that has been accused of targeting various media outlets. According to Holden, CCDH collaborated with NBC News and Google to blacklist The Federalist during the 2020 presidential campaign. "The attacks on Breitbart were part of a targeted campaign against media outlets on both the left and right considered hostile to the centrist faction of the Labour Party," Holden noted. During this period, Google banned the website ZeroHedge from its advertising platform and warned The Federalist that it might face similar consequences. This action followed a report from CCDH, which claimed that several U.S.-based websites were publishing racist content related to protests. NBC News played a role in notifying Google about CCDH's findings, which some critics argue was a politically motivated effort to silence dissenting voices. Morgan McSweeney, chief of staff to U.K. The Trump administration announced Tuesday it would halt immigration applications from 19 countries, citing national security concerns.

What's at stake

Following a suspected terrorist attack in Washington D.C. allegedly involving an Afghan national, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has placed a hold on asylum applications from these nations. The countries identified include Afghanistan, Burma, Chad, Republic of the Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Haiti, Iran, Libya, Somalia, Sudan, Yemen, Burundi, Cuba, Laos, Sierra Leone, Togo, Turkmenistan, and Venezuela. Explainer Trump Administration Reassesses Approach to Sanctuary Officials Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem emphasized the need for strict immigration controls, stating, "Our forefathers built this nation on blood, sweat, and the unyielding love of freedom—not for foreign invaders to slaughter our heroes." The administration's criteria for these countries is rooted in security concerns, particularly the inability to confirm proper vetting of immigrants. In addition to the 19 countries, some analysts argue that Mexico, China, and India should also be considered for travel restrictions. According to a 2023 report from CNN, Mexicans represent the largest group of immigrants in the U.S., followed by India and China. The report highlights that a significant portion of these individuals may be living in the country without authorization. Critics of immigration from Mexico point to incidents of civil unrest, where demonstrators displayed Mexican flags during protests against deportations.

Mark Kelly, D-Ariz., is facing scrutiny after the Department of War announced that he could be recalled to active duty for court-martial proceedings due to his involvement in a controversial video dubbed the "Seditious Six." The video features Kelly and other Democratic lawmakers encouraging military personnel to disregard orders from President Donald Trump, their commander-in-chief. War Secretary Pete Hegseth stated that while five of the individuals in the video do not fall under the Department of War's jurisdiction, Kelly, as a retired Navy Commander, remains subject to the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ). Explainer Supreme Court Questions Legality of Trump's Emergency Tariffs In the video, Kelly asserted, "Our laws are clear: You can refuse illegal orders," without specifying which orders he deemed illegal. Kelly's defense of Milley, rather than condemnation, has drawn criticism from various quarters. Moreover, Kelly's ties to entities linked to the Chinese Communist Party have also come under scrutiny. Former FBI Director James Comey was indicted on September 25, 2025, on charges related to lying to Congress under oath. This statement has raised its implications within the military, as it could be interpreted as a politically motivated influence operation. Kelly's actions are not new; he has a history of decisions that critics argue undermine . Earlier this year, during a Senate confirmation hearing for Air Force nominee Dan Caine, Kelly defended former Joint Chiefs Chair Mark Milley, who is under investigation for allegedly reassuring Chinese officials about U.S. What to watch next is whether new filings, agency actions, votes, or court decisions change the timeline—and how officials respond in the weeks ahead.

Why it matters

The coverage highlights: Concerns Rise Over Political Censorship Tactics in the U.S. and U.K.. The coverage highlights: 3 Countries That Should Be Next On Trump's Travel Ban List. The coverage highlights: House Subpoenas Jack Smith Over Arctic Frost Fishing Expedition. The coverage highlights: Jack Smith Ignored Constitutional Standards In Arctic Frost Lawfare. The coverage highlights: Undermining National Security Is Nothing New For Mark Kelly. The coverage highlights: Comey, James Escape Justice For Now Thanks To 'Partisan Judge'.

Key facts & context

2025-12-04: Concerns Rise Over Political Censorship Tactics in the U.S. and U.K.. 2025-12-04: 3 Countries That Should Be Next On Trump's Travel Ban List. 2025-12-03: House Subpoenas Jack Smith Over Arctic Frost Fishing Expedition. 2025-11-25: Jack Smith Ignored Constitutional Standards In Arctic Frost Lawfare. 2025-11-25: Undermining National Security Is Nothing New For Mark Kelly. 2025-11-25: Comey, James Escape Justice For Now Thanks To 'Partisan Judge'. 2025-09-30: James Comey Indicted on Two Counts by Grand Jury. 2025-09-29: James Comey Indicted Amid Political Tensions. 2025-09-26: Trump's Supporters Embrace Calls for Retribution Following Comey Indictment. 2025-09-26: James Comey Indicted for Obstruction and False Statements.

Timeline & key developments

2025-12-04: Concerns Rise Over Political Censorship Tactics in the U.S. and U.K.. 2025-12-04: 3 Countries That Should Be Next On Trump's Travel Ban List. 2025-12-03: House Subpoenas Jack Smith Over Arctic Frost Fishing Expedition. 2025-11-25: Jack Smith Ignored Constitutional Standards In Arctic Frost Lawfare. 2025-11-25: Undermining National Security Is Nothing New For Mark Kelly. 2025-11-25: Comey, James Escape Justice For Now Thanks To 'Partisan Judge'. 2025-09-30: James Comey Indicted on Two Counts by Grand Jury. 2025-09-29: James Comey Indicted Amid Political Tensions. 2025-09-26: Trump's Supporters Embrace Calls for Retribution Following Comey Indictment.

Primary sources

• Release Ranking Member Raskin S Statement On Trump S Doj Filing Criminal Charges Against Former Fbi Director James Comey — democrats-judici…
• Sen Rick Scott Letitia James Target On Trump Is Gross Politics Not Pursuit Of Justice — rickscott.senate.gov
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