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From FBI Director to Novelist

From FBI Director to Novelist

Rick Wilson's The Enemies List · Black Pearl Studios

May 22, 202426m 7s

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Show Notes

James Comey writes fiction! On the show today, the former FBI Director joins to discuss his latest novel, "Westport." They explore the inspiration behind Comey's second foray into fiction, drawing from his time at a hedge fund and his experiences in law enforcement. The conversation dives into the current political landscape, focusing on the high-profile trials of Donald Trump and their implications for the rule of law. Comey shares his insights on the importance of the DOJ and FBI's independence, the potential consequences of politicizing these institutions, and his outlook on upcoming legal battles.


Timestamps:

(00:01:42) Inspiration for the book

(00:04:27) Trump's trial

(00:07:58) Predictions on the election case and the documents case

(00:12:43) Experience with DOJ

(00:16:21) What happens if we end up with a politicized FBI


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