Former FBI Director James Comey has been trying to stay visible in the public eye, and this weekend he turned to an unlikely source for inspiration: Taylor Swift.
In a new video on his Substack, Comey revealed that he listens to the singer’s music and even tries to mirror her mindset when dealing with political tensions involving Donald Trump.
Taking a Page from Swift’s Playbook
In his Sunday message, Comey pointed out the stark difference between Trump and Swift’s approaches to conflict.
“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?” he asked.
His answer: “Living her best life, producing great music, and as she urged all of us to do, not giving the jerks power over her mind.”
The former FBI chief was referencing Swift’s recent appearance on the New Heights podcast, hosted by her boyfriend Travis Kelce and his brother Jason Kelce, where she offered her fans advice on protecting their energy.
Trump’s Ongoing Feud with Swift
Comey’s comments come as Trump continues to publicly take aim at Swift.
Earlier this month, the former president sparked controversy by comparing Swift to actress Sydney Sweeney, claiming the singer was “no longer hot” after endorsing his 2024 rival Kamala Harris.
Swift, who has a long-standing feud with Trump, brushed off the attack, sticking to her upbeat, forward-looking message.
A Quote That Stuck
What resonated with Comey most was Swift’s reminder to value personal energy like it’s a luxury.
“Think of your energy as if it’s expensive,” he quoted her saying. “Not everyone can afford it.
Not everyone has invested in you enough to have the capital to care about this.”
That advice, Comey suggested, is guiding how he responds to political attacks and scrutiny.
Ongoing Investigation Clouds the Moment
Despite his attempt to lighten the mood with pop-culture wisdom, Comey remains under serious investigation.
Back in May, he shared a cryptic Instagram post showing shells arranged to spell “86 47.”
Critics linked the numbers to calls for Trump’s assassination, since “86” can be slang for “kill,” and Trump is the 47th U.S. president.
The controversy intensified after Trump’s Attorney General Pam Bondi announced that Comey’s daughter, Maureen, had been fired from her prosecutor role in Manhattan last month.
Swift’s Influence Extends Beyond Music
Swift’s podcast appearance didn’t just catch Comey’s attention.
Brittany Mahomes, wife of NFL star Patrick Mahomes, reposted Swift’s clip with clapping emojis, signaling her approval.
The move also suggested that her friendship with Swift, which hit a rocky patch last year when Mahomes endorsed Trump, is back on track.
A Busy Time for Swift
While her words are inspiring both fans and political figures, Swift also had big news of her own.
She revealed on the podcast that her 12th album, The Life of a Showgirl, will be released on October 3.
Patrick Mahomes admitted he knew about Swift’s guest appearance on the show before the public, joking that the call came to Brittany while he overheard in the background.
Looking Ahead
As the NFL season gets underway, Swift and the Mahomes family are expected to reunite at Arrowhead Stadium.
Meanwhile, Comey’s surprising reliance on Swift’s philosophy shows just how far her influence stretches—from the stage, to sports arenas, and now even into the heated world of American politics.
Former FBI Director James Comey has been trying to stay visible in the public eye, and this weekend he turned to an unlikely source for inspiration: Taylor Swift.
In a new video on his Substack, Comey revealed that he listens to the singer’s music and even tries to mirror her mindset when dealing with political tensions involving Donald Trump.
Taking a Page from Swift’s Playbook
In his Sunday message, Comey pointed out the stark difference between Trump and Swift’s approaches to conflict.
“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?” he asked.
His answer: “Living her best life, producing great music, and as she urged all of us to do, not giving the jerks power over her mind.”
The former FBI chief was referencing Swift’s recent appearance on the New Heights podcast, hosted by her boyfriend Travis Kelce and his brother Jason Kelce, where she offered her fans advice on protecting their energy.
Trump’s Ongoing Feud with Swift
Comey’s comments come as Trump continues to publicly take aim at Swift.
Earlier this month, the former president sparked controversy by comparing Swift to actress Sydney Sweeney, claiming the singer was “no longer hot” after endorsing his 2024 rival Kamala Harris.
Swift, who has a long-standing feud with Trump, brushed off the attack, sticking to her upbeat, forward-looking message.
A Quote That Stuck
What resonated with Comey most was Swift’s reminder to value personal energy like it’s a luxury.
“Think of your energy as if it’s expensive,” he quoted her saying. “Not everyone can afford it.
Not everyone has invested in you enough to have the capital to care about this.”
That advice, Comey suggested, is guiding how he responds to political attacks and scrutiny.
Ongoing Investigation Clouds the Moment
Despite his attempt to lighten the mood with pop-culture wisdom, Comey remains under serious investigation.
Back in May, he shared a cryptic Instagram post showing shells arranged to spell “86 47.”
Critics linked the numbers to calls for Trump’s assassination, since “86” can be slang for “kill,” and Trump is the 47th U.S. president.
The controversy intensified after Trump’s Attorney General Pam Bondi announced that Comey’s daughter, Maureen, had been fired from her prosecutor role in Manhattan last month.
Swift’s Influence Extends Beyond Music
Swift’s podcast appearance didn’t just catch Comey’s attention.
Brittany Mahomes, wife of NFL star Patrick Mahomes, reposted Swift’s clip with clapping emojis, signaling her approval.
The move also suggested that her friendship with Swift, which hit a rocky patch last year when Mahomes endorsed Trump, is back on track.
A Busy Time for Swift
While her words are inspiring both fans and political figures, Swift also had big news of her own.
She revealed on the podcast that her 12th album, The Life of a Showgirl, will be released on October 3.
Patrick Mahomes admitted he knew about Swift’s guest appearance on the show before the public, joking that the call came to Brittany while he overheard in the background.
Looking Ahead
As the NFL season gets underway, Swift and the Mahomes family are expected to reunite at Arrowhead Stadium.
Meanwhile, Comey’s surprising reliance on Swift’s philosophy shows just how far her influence stretches—from the stage, to sports arenas, and now even into the heated world of American politics.
