Comey Took Notes Because He Thought Trump Would Lie

The transcript discusses a meeting on January 6th at Trump Tower, where officials briefed the president-elect on the Russia investigation. After the meeting, the speaker felt compelled to document the conversation due to the sensitive nature of the information and concerns about potential misrepresentation. The speaker, with extensive experience at the DOJ and FBI, highlighted the unique circumstances, subject matter, and the nature of the person involved as reasons for this decision.

What was the primary focus of the January 6th meeting at Trump Tower?

• Discussing economic policies

• Briefing on the Russia investigation

• Planning a public event

• Reviewing military strategies

Why did the official feel the need to document the conversation immediately after the meeting?

• To ensure accuracy in future reports

• To share it with the media

• To prepare for a press conference

• To create a personal diary

What experience did the official have that influenced their decision to document the meeting?

• Extensive experience in the Department of Justice and FBI

• Previous work in the private sector

• Experience in international diplomacy

• Background in education

What were the key factors that led to the decision to document the meeting?

• The combination of circumstances, subject matter, and the person involved

• The location of the meeting

• The presence of multiple witnesses

• The duration of the meeting

What concern did the official have about the president-elect that influenced the documentation decision?

• That he might not attend future meetings

• That he might misrepresent the meeting

• That he might forget the details

• That he might share the information publicly