Former FBI Director James Comey revealed a surprising new way he manages the tension with President Donald Trump – listening to pop icon Taylor Swift.
In a video posted Sunday on his Substack, Comey described himself as a devoted “Swiftie” and explained that he finds comfort in Swift’s approach to handling criticism and negativity.
James Comey Reveals How He Finds Calm Amid Political Tension in Country
Comey said he has struggled with the aggressive tactics of Democrats like California Gov. Gavin Newsom, who often respond forcefully to Trump’s provocations. He expressed a preference for Swift’s softer approach.
“While our elderly makeup-covered president is posting about whether Taylor Swift is still hot and declaring that he can’t stand her, what’s she doing?” Comey reflected.
“Living her best life, producing great music and, as she urged all of us to do during the podcast, not giving the jerks power over her mind.”
He was referring to Swift’s appearance on the New Heights podcast with the Kelce brothers.
“She said something about dealing with internet trolls that stuck with me – think of your energy as if it’s expensive,” Comey added.
NEW: Former FBI Director and ‘Swiftie’ James Comey releases a 5-minute video talking about how Taylor Swift inspires him and how she helps him deal with Trump.
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The Clash Between Donald Trump And Taylor Swift
Earlier this month, Trump declared that Swift is “no longer hot,” contrasting her with actress Sydney Sweeney, who has received praise from conservative audiences for her American Eagle jeans commercials.
Swift has publicly supported former President Joe Biden in 2020 and former Vice President Kamala Harris in the 2024 election cycle. Last September, Trump posted on Truth Social, “I HATE TAYLOR SWIFT,” claiming his criticism had harmed her popularity.
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Comey, who was fired by Trump in 2017, sparking the Mueller investigation, has been a persistent critic of the president.
In May, Comey drew attention and a Secret Service probe for an Instagram post arranging seashells on a beach to read “8647,” a number interpreted by some as a call to remove Trump from office. Comey denied any harmful intent and later deleted the post.
Additionally, last month, his daughter Maurene Comey was dismissed from the Manhattan US Attorney’s Office.
Comey is also reportedly under investigation by the Justice Department.
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