FBI agent suspended over refusal to 'perp walk' former director

October 4, 2025

An FBI agent has been suspended for refusing to participate in a "perp walk" for former FBI director James Comey, who was recently indicted on charges of lying to Congress and obstruction. FBI leadership reportedly discussed using "large, beefy" agents in Kevlar vests to escort Comey to his October 9th court arraignment. The charges against Comey were filed shortly after President Trump called for investigations into his political adversaries and just days before the statute of limitations would expire.

Who is affected

Former FBI Director James Comey
The suspended FBI agent who refused to participate in the "perp walk"
FBI leadership involved in planning the arrest procedure
The judicial system handling Comey's case

What action is being taken

An FBI agent is being suspended for insubordination
FBI leadership is discussing using "large, beefy" agents in Kevlar vests for Comey's escort
Comey is scheduled to appear in court on October 9 for arraignment
Comey's attorneys are reportedly planning to travel with him to his court arraignment

Why it matters

The case involves a high-profile former FBI director facing serious criminal charges
The timing of the charges coincides with President Trump's calls to investigate political adversaries
The charges were filed days before the five-year statute of limitations would expire
The handling of Comey's arrest raises questions about appropriate treatment of non-violent defendants
The case connects to politically sensitive investigations from Trump's first term, including Russian election interference

What's next

Comey is scheduled to appear in court on October 9 for his arraignment, where the charges will be formally read
It remains unclear whether the FBI will proceed with the planned "perp walk" escort for Comey

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