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Comey responds to indictment: ‘This is not who we are as a country’

Comey responds to indictment: ‘This is not who we are as a country’

Summary

James Comey, the former FBI Director, responded to being charged with making threats against President Trump because of a photo he posted with seashells arranged to show "86-47." Comey said this charge does not reflect the true character of the country.

Key Facts

  • James Comey is a former FBI Director.
  • He was indicted on two charges of making threats against President Trump.
  • The charges relate to a social media post showing seashells arranged as "86-47."
  • "86-47" is believed to be a reference to President Trump, the 47th President.
  • Comey posted a video statement responding to the indictment.
  • He stated that the charges do not represent who the country is.
  • The photo was taken on a North Carolina beach about a year ago.
  • The legal action against Comey is based on his social media activity.
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