In a stunning legal development, former FBI Director James Comey has intensified his battle with Donald Trump by revealing details in court about Trump’s handling of classified files.
The disclosures come amid an ongoing criminal case against Comey, largely seen as part of Trump’s wider campaign to retaliate against his political adversaries.
The federal grand jury indictment against Comey, announced in late September 2025, charges him with making false statements and obstruction of justice regarding his testimony before the Senate Judiciary Committee in 2020. Central to the case is Comey’s testimony about who authorized leaks of classified FBI information to the media during the investigations into Russian interference in the 2016 election.
During court proceedings, Comey unexpectedly revealed new information about Trump's classified files, which had been found scattered in parts of FBI headquarters. The disclosures highlight the sensitive nature of the documents and underscore questions about mishandling and security surrounding Trump’s retained classified materials. While Trump has long criticized Comey personally and professionally, this development marks a reversal of roles with Comey now unveiling troubling details implicating Trump’s own actions and security practices.
Sources say Trump was blindsided by Comey’s revelations, which came during a courtroom appearance where Comey provided extensive documentation connecting the former president to classified information leaks and inadequate safeguard measures. This exposure has ramifications not only legally but also politically, complicating Trump’s efforts to defend his record on national security.