what did comey lie about

James Comey was indicted by a federal grand jury on two criminal counts: making a false statement to Congress and obstructing a congressional proceeding. The false statement charge centers on Comey's testimony during a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing on September 30, 2020, when he denied authorizing anyone at the FBI to serve as an anonymous source in media reports related to investigations into President Trump and Hillary Clinton. Prosecutors allege this statement was false because Comey had, in fact, authorized such a leak. The obstruction charge relates to allegedly trying to influence the Senate Judiciary Committee's investigation by making false and misleading statements. Comey maintains his innocence and has expressed confidence in the judicial system.