Former Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Director James Comey avoided a public “perp walk” ahead of his court appearance on Wednesday, where he pleaded not guilty to charges of making a false statement to Congress and obstruction of a congressional proceeding. The incident drew sharp criticism from WarRoom host and former Trump White House Chief Strategist Stephen K. Bannon, who accused the justice system of favoritism.
Bannon highlighted that Comey entered the courthouse through a private entrance, bypassing the public scrutiny and media attention typically reserved for individuals facing legal challenges. “They slipped Comey in through another entrance, so he didn’t have to come through here. This is bullst,” Bannon said outside the building. He questioned why Comey was granted special treatment while others, including himself and Trump advisor Peter Navarro, endured public confrontations during similar proceedings.
Bannon, who served a four-month sentence for contempt of Congress, emphasized his own willingness to face the media during his case. “I proudly walked in there because I was proud of what I did,” he stated. However, he accused the system of being biased toward Comey, arguing that the former FBI director faced less scrutiny despite being charged with felonies.
Comey’s charges stem from alleged false statements and obstruction related to congressional investigations. Meanwhile, the Trump Justice Department has launched a grand jury probe into the origins of the Russiagate narrative, focusing on whether prior inquiries into ties between Trump’s 2016 campaign and Russia were politically motivated.
Legal analysts, including Andrew McCarthy, have weighed in on the case, but no official comment was provided on the disparities in treatment. The controversy underscores ongoing debates about fairness within the judicial process.
