Around the Nation, a Prism for Viewing American Politics

For some, Thursday’s testimony by James Comey was a moment of drama about President Trump. For others it was a reflection that American governance had veered off the rails.

Comey: Hero, Villain, Shakespearean Character Who Lived Up to Hype

Washington was braced for high drama as the deposed F.B.I. director testified before a Senate committee. And James Comey delivered, with a gift for narrative and a dose of humility.

John McCain’s Questions Leave James Comey, and Observers, Confused

The Arizona senator appeared to conflate two separate investigations as he questioned the former F.B.I. director.

Comey Accuses White House of ‘Lies’ and Says Trump Tried to Derail Inquiry

In extraordinary testimony, the fired F.B.I. director said the president had tried to undermine an investigation into an adviser.

Live Briefing: Comey Testimony: Key Questions About the Hearing

Though James B. Comey’s written statement removed a measure of drama from the proceedings, there appears to be bipartisan consensus that he will find a way to make more news on Thursday.