Eric Swalwell vows to probe citizens tied to Trump

House Democrats, under Rep. Eric Swalwell’s banner, are gearing up to play hardball with private citizens and groups who dared to align with the Trump administration.

This latest political chess move comes hot on the heels of former FBI Director James Comey’s indictment, with Swalwell and his crew promising a deep dive into what they see as questionable alliances if they reclaim the House majority in 2026.

Let’s rewind to Monday, when Swalwell appeared on “CNN News Central” with host Kate Bolduan, laying out a plan that sounds more like a Hollywood thriller than congressional oversight.

Swalwell’s bold oversight blueprint unveiled

He didn’t mince words, declaring intentions to subpoena not just the Department of Justice but also private players—think college campuses, entertainment outfits, and law firms—who supposedly cut deals with Trump’s team.

“Well, first, we’re making it clear that we’re going into the majority a year from now,” Swalwell told Bolduan. If that’s not a battle cry for 2026, what is?

But let’s not get ahead of ourselves—his confidence might be a tad premature, considering how fickle political winds can be. Turns out, predicting victories is easier than winning them.

Comey indictment sparks timing questions

Now, about that Comey indictment—it dropped on Thursday, charging the former FBI head with lying to Congress and obstruction over testimony from a 2020 Senate Judiciary Committee hearing.

Swalwell couldn’t resist pointing out the curious timing, noting the statement in question was made during Trump’s presidency. “So why didn’t you indict him then?” he asked, suggesting the move reeks of political gamesmanship.

Call it a fair question, but one has to wonder if this is a genuine concern or just a convenient talking point to rally the base. After all, timing in politics is often less about justice and more about leverage.

Swalwell predicts Comey’s legal fate

Swalwell didn’t stop there—he’s betting on Comey walking free, predicting the case will either be tossed out or end in an acquittal by a jury.

“I’m pretty confident that this will either be dismissed or Mr. Comey will be acquitted,” he said. That’s a bold wager, considering how unpredictable legal battles can be when politics are in the mix.

While it’s admirable to stand up for due process, one can’t help but smirk at the irony of Democrats decrying political motivations when their own playbook often reads the same.

Trump’s legal wins add context

Meanwhile, Trump’s been racking up wins in the courtroom, with CBS settling a $10 billion lawsuit over an edited interview and ABC coughing up $15 million for defamation claims tied to comments by host George Stephanopoulos.

Add to that multiple law firms bending under pressure from Trump’s administration after being cut off from classified info, and even Kirkland and Ellis parting ways with attorneys over Second Amendment litigation in 2022, and you’ve got a pattern of pushback against perceived overreach.

It’s a reminder that actions have consequences, and Trump’s team isn’t shy about flexing muscle when they feel targeted by what they call lawfare. Perhaps Swalwell’s planned probes might meet a similar wall of resistance—time will tell.