Trump news at a glance: president’s justice department sets sights on James Comey (again)
Summary
The Justice Department has charged former FBI Director James Comey with two felonies related to a social media post that was seen as threatening President Donald Trump. The charges say the post showed an intent to harm the president and involved transmitting the threat across state lines.Key Facts
- James Comey was charged for an Instagram post showing seashells arranged as “86 47.”
- The number 86 means to get rid of something, and 47 refers to President Trump being the 47th president.
- Comey deleted the post and apologized, saying he did not realize the post was linked to violence.
- He faces two felony charges: threatening the president and transmitting that threat via social media.
- Each charge can lead to fines and up to five years in prison.
- The Justice Department under President Trump has previously targeted political opponents with similar legal actions.
- This case follows the dismissal of a mortgage fraud case against New York Attorney General Letitia James.
- Federal officials investigated the post and interviewed Comey before filing charges.
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