Watch Senator Kennedy TOTALLY DESTROY EX-FBI Director James Comey During a FIERY CLASH.
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Senator John Kennedy vs. James Comey: Senate Hearing or Southern Roast?
In the world of American politics, few spectacles are as electrifying as a Senate hearing that turns into a verbal showdown. On this occasion, Senator John Kennedy of Louisiana transformed what could have been a dry, bureaucratic exchange into a masterclass of southern wit, relentless cross-examination, and political theater. His target? Former FBI Director James Comey, a man whose tenure at the Bureau remains one of the most controversial in recent history.
The Stage: High Stakes and Higher Tension
The hearing began with Kennedy’s signature blend of charm and candor. Rather than the polite tiptoeing that often characterizes Washington’s interrogations, Kennedy dove in headfirst. He referenced Sally Yates’s famous accusation that Comey “went rogue” during the investigation into General Michael Flynn. Kennedy’s question was direct: “Sally Yates says you went rogue. Isn’t that accurate?”
Comey, ever composed, replied, “It is not accurate.” But Kennedy wasn’t satisfied. “Well, why would she say that? She sure didn’t compliment you. I was sitting right here bigger than Dallas. Listen to her. She said, ‘You went rogue.’” The implication was clear: Kennedy was not here for rehearsed answers or bureaucratic doublespeak.
The Clinton Email Saga
Kennedy quickly pivoted to the infamous Clinton email investigation. He reminded Comey—and everyone watching—of the press conference held on July 5, 2016, where Comey announced the closure of the investigation into Hillary Clinton’s private email server. Kennedy’s tone was incredulous: “You gave us a full dose of transparency. Eleven days before the election, you sent a letter to Congress and upended everything. Never mind what I said in my press conference, my unprecedented press conference. I’m going to reopen the investigation, didn’t you?”
Comey admitted, “Correct. I didn’t say what you just said in the letter, but I told the chairs of the committees, we’re reopening the investigation to examine some additional material.” Kennedy pressed on, highlighting the potential impact on the election and questioning Comey’s judgment: “You didn’t think that would have an impact on the election?”
Comey conceded, “Oh, I knew it could potentially have an impact no matter what we did.” Kennedy’s response was classic southern sarcasm: “Well, bless your heart. You sure did.”
The Trump Investigation: Wiretaps and Warrants
The hearing then shifted to the FBI’s investigation into the Trump campaign, particularly the surveillance of Carter Page. Kennedy was relentless: “You didn’t really care about Dr. Page, did you? You wanted Trump, didn’t you?”
Comey denied the accusation, “That is not accurate.” Kennedy pushed further, dissecting the FISA warrant process and questioning the thoroughness of the evidence review. “You’re head of the FBI. Didn’t you check? Didn’t you go, ‘Hey guys, this is the nominee for president of the United States. Let’s sit down and talk about what’s your evidence. You never did that.’”
Comey clarified, “We were never investigating the candidate, the Republican candidate, Mr. Trump. This was about a surveillance warrant on someone who was no longer associated with the campaign.” Kennedy’s response was dripping with skepticism: “You can wiretap a man, but you can’t fact check your own agency. Lord have mercy.”
The Sally Yates Bombshell
Kennedy circled back to Sally Yates’s criticism. “Sally Yates said, ‘You went rogue.’ I was sitting right here, bigger than Dallas, and I heard her.” Comey maintained his stance, “That’s not accurate.” Kennedy, undeterred, quipped, “She sure didn’t say you were employee of the month either.”
Comey attempted to justify his actions, referencing his authority and the necessity of making hard decisions. Kennedy, ever the showman, retorted, “You call it authority. The rest of us call it freelancing.” The exchange was less about legal minutiae and more about holding power accountable, with Kennedy embodying the voice of the skeptical public.
The Knockout: Driving Instructor or FBI Director?
As the hearing drew to a close, Kennedy delivered his final blow. “Mr. Comey, if you’d chosen another career, say a driving instructor, don’t you think the FBI would be better off?” The audience gasped, and even Comey seemed momentarily taken aback. He replied, “I didn’t pursue a career at the FBI. I was very happily teaching at Columbia when I was asked to become FBI director.”
Kennedy didn’t miss a beat: “Well, maybe you should have stayed there, professor. Less drama, fewer wire taps.” It was the verbal equivalent of a mic drop.
The Verdict: Kennedy 1, Comey 0
By the end of the hearing, the outcome was clear. Kennedy had succeeded in turning a routine oversight session into a blend of courtroom drama, comedy roast, and political reckoning. Comey, for all his composure and experience, could not match Kennedy’s relentless questioning or his southern charm.
Staffers and spectators alike left with the sense that they had witnessed more than just a Senate hearing—they had watched a public cross-examination of the soul of American law enforcement. Kennedy’s performance was a reminder that in Washington, the sharpest questions often come from those who refuse to let go of the truth.
Conclusion: Southern Justice Meets Washington Power
Senator Kennedy’s clash with James Comey will be remembered not just for its fireworks, but for its substance. Kennedy didn’t just ask questions; he demanded answers. He didn’t just scrutinize policy; he scrutinized character. In a town often accused of spin and evasion, Kennedy brought clarity, humor, and a dose of southern justice.
