The article reports that James Comey has been charged with one count of making a false statement and one count of obstructing Congress, potentially leading to a five-year prison sentence if convicted. The charges stem from a Senate hearing where Comey is accused of lying about authorizing a leak. Specifically, the accusation centers on whether Comey directed then-FBI Deputy Director McCabe to orchestrate the leak, a claim refuted by evidence.
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A 52-year-old Chinese national died by suicide while detained at a Yuma, Arizona border patrol station after being apprehended in California for visa overstay. Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal alleges that required welfare checks were not performed, and that surveillance footage indicates a significant delay in medical response following the suicide attempt. Investigations are underway by the CBP’s Office of Professional Responsibility to determine whether established procedures were followed and whether false records were filed. Jayapal expressed concern over the incident, citing reports of inadequate care for detainees within the current immigration enforcement climate.
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John Q. Hosedrinker