Former Trump attorney Michael Cohen shocked an MSNBC panel on September 27, 2025, when he declared that former FBI Director James Comey had committed a crime and would likely be found guilty following his recent indictment.
During an appearance on “The Weekend: Primetime,” Cohen stunned hosts Elise Jordan, Ayman Mohyeldin, and Molly Jong-Fast with his bold prediction. “I believe likely he will be found guilty,” Cohen declared, adding that he believed Comey had likely committed a crime. Jong-Fast responded with visible disbelief, exclaiming, “Wait, what?”
Comey was indicted by a grand jury on September 25, 2025, on two counts: making alleged false statements within the jurisdiction of the legislative branch and obstruction of a congressional proceeding. The charges stem from an FBI investigation into whether Comey lied to Congress during his September 30, 2020, testimony about his handling of the Trump-Russia probe, internally known as “Crossfire Hurricane.”
Cohen based his assertion on his own experience with the Department of Justice, drawing from his 2018 guilty plea to tax evasion, campaign finance violations, and lying to Congress. These charges stemmed from his role in hush money payments to Stormy Daniels and Karen McDougal during Trump’s campaign.
Cohen explained his rationale to the panel, indicating that the DOJ possesses extensive documentation and resources. He noted that there are hundreds of thousands of documents in government possession, and they only need to find one piece of evidence. Cohen emphasized his familiarity with the justice system, stating he knows better than anyone what a weaponized DOJ looks and feels like, describing it as insurmountable.
When pressed by Jordan about his own legal troubles, Cohen acknowledged his campaign finance violation but maintained that he pleaded guilty under extreme circumstances. He recounted the pressure he faced from prosecutors, explaining that his case lasted only 48 hours from Friday to Monday, with threats that the Southern District of New York would file an 80-page indictment that included his wife if he did not plead guilty.
Cohen told the panel that he had conducted his own investigation with left-leaning reporter Brian Karem, claiming he had learned that Comey was deeply involved in the Russia investigation in a negative way. He added that Comey, as head of the FBI, was accustomed to punching down, but now the FBI would be punching up.
During the discussion, Cohen argued that the DOJ had been weaponized by the government for as long as it has existed. When Mohyeldin asked whether he believed the DOJ had been weaponized under Trump, Cohen indicated it was weaponized then by Comey against Donald Trump. Jordan attempted to clarify Cohen’s argument, suggesting he thought there would be evidence shown in court that would validate Trump’s vendetta against James Comey. Cohen agreed, stating he could not have said it better himself.
Cohen expressed confidence in the government’s case, indicating that the DOJ likely has every single email, text message, and communication. He maintained his belief that Comey would likely be found guilty, though he acknowledged not knowing the specific nature of the crime.
If convicted, Comey could face up to five years in prison. The former FBI director is expected to turn himself in on October 3, 2025, with his arraignment scheduled for October 9 at 10 a.m. in Alexandria Courtroom 600 before District Judge Michael S. Nachmanoff.
The indictment has reignited fierce debate over the weaponization of justice and the enduring fallout from the Trump era. Cohen’s transformation from Trump’s former personal attorney and fixer to one of his most vocal critics adds another layer of complexity to the ongoing political and legal discussions surrounding accountability for officials at the highest levels of law enforcement.
Cohen later cooperated with investigations into Trump, publicly testifying against him during Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg’s hush money trial. His appearance on MSNBC served as a reminder of his complicated journey through the justice system and his continued involvement in high-profile political cases.
The legal proceedings are expected to draw intense media scrutiny, given both the high-profile nature of the defendant and the politically charged backdrop surrounding the case.
