Before becoming a central figure in Trump-era politics, the former FBI director was known as "Wheels" at his New Jersey high school.

In a memo this week, prosecutors in Virginia recommended against potential plans by the new U.S. attorney there to charge ex-FBI Director James Comey, sources say.

Va. (WSET) — Local lawmakers are reacting Thursday evening after former FBI head James Comey was indicted by a grand jury. Comey was charged with making a false statement and obstruction in a criminal case. RELATED: Former FBI head James Comey indicted by grand jury following Trump's call for prosecution

President Trump’s campaign of retribution began to intensify in mid-July and hit a fever pitch over the last week, culminating in the indictment of one of his foremost enemies.

The Justice Department charged former FBI director James Comey with one count of making a false statement and one count of obstruction. In a message on Instagram, he said he was ready and willing to go to trial.

A federal judge appointed by former President Joe Biden was assigned to preside over the Department of Justice’s prosecution of former FBI Director James Comey, who stands accused of lying to Congress.

The MSNBC host said Trump should know better, given that during the 2024 presidential campaign his criminal charges helped rally his GOP base.

Former FBI Director James Comey has been indicted after a push by President Trump. The move marks a dramatic escalation in Trump's effort to go after his political opponents.