NEW: Federal Judge Issues Arrest Warrant For James Comey

He also emphasized that he opposes violence and removed the post after concerns were raised.

The indictment alleges that Comey “knowingly and willfully” made a threat to harm the president. It also includes a charge related to transmitting a threat through interstate communication.

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche commented on the process, explaining that grand juries are responsible for issuing indictments that can lead to arrest warrants.

Blanche clarified that once a grand jury returns an indictment, the court typically issues either an arrest warrant or a summons. This step is part of standard federal legal procedure.