A resolution condemning former FBI Director James Comey's incitement of violence against President Donald J. Trump.
H. Res. 433 is a non-binding House resolution condemning former FBI Director James Comey for what it characterizes as incitement of violence against President Donald J. Trump. The measure describes Comey’s May 15, 2025 social media post as a dangerous call that could threaten the president’s safety and undermine democratic institutions. It calls for accountability by urging authorities to ensure Comey cannot again be employed by the federal government and by requesting a full DOJ investigation into the incitement, with findings released to House committees and the public. As a resolution, it expresses the sense of the House and does not itself impose penalties or create new law. Potential impact is primarily political and symbolic. It could increase public and congressional pressure on DOJ and other authorities to scrutinize Comey’s actions and to consider limitations on his federal employment. Because it is non-binding, it does not change existing law or authorize funding, but it signals partisan stance and could influence subsequent congressional actions or investigations.
Key Points
- 1The resolution unequivocally condemns James Comey’s apparent incitement of political violence against President Trump, tied to a specific May 15, 2025 social media post that the bill describes as calling for violence and possibly the elimination of the sitting president.
- 2It notes concerns about Comey’s conduct, including past perceptions of misuses of power and leaks while he led the FBI, and it frames the issue within concerns about national security and the safety of the president during an overseas trip.
- 3It asserts that political violence is indefensible and emphasizes the need to protect democratic institutions and the rule of law.
- 4It calls on relevant authorities to take action to ensure Comey is never again employed by the federal government.
- 5It requests a full and comprehensive DOJ investigation into Comey’s incitement, with the findings released to relevant House committees and the public.