Justice department files new criminal charges against ex-FBI director Comey
Summary
The Justice Department filed new criminal charges against James Comey, the former FBI director, related to a picture he posted on Instagram that some viewed as a threat to President Donald Trump. Comey was previously charged with lying to Congress, but that case was dismissed due to a legal issue with the prosecutor's appointment.Key Facts
- James Comey is the former FBI director.
- The Justice Department filed new criminal charges against him on Tuesday.
- The charges are connected to a photo Comey posted on Instagram last year.
- The photo showed sea shells arranged to form “86 47,” interpreted by some as a threat to President Trump.
- “86” is slang for getting rid of something, and Trump is the 47th president.
- The earlier case against Comey accused him of lying to Congress but was dismissed by a judge.
- The Justice Department has not provided an official comment yet.
- Comey has been criticized by President Trump and his allies because of past investigations into Trump.
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