Blanche, asked about other postings of '86 47,' says 'every case is different'
Summary
Acting U.S. Attorney General Todd Blanche said the Justice Department indicted former FBI Director James Comey for posting "86 47" on Instagram, which prosecutors say is a coded threat against President Trump. Blanche explained that not all posts of "86 47" will lead to charges, as each case is evaluated individually.Key Facts
- A federal grand jury indicted James Comey for posting "86 47" on Instagram in 2025.
- "86" is slang for "remove" or "get rid of," and "47" refers to President Trump, the 47th president.
- Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche said every case involving "86 47" is treated differently and not all lead to prosecution.
- Threatening the president's life is a crime, but charges depend on investigations and evidence.
- Comey's defense will likely argue that the post does not constitute a true threat and that he is being selectively prosecuted.
- No other similar federal cases have been brought against people using "86 47" or similar phrases targeting Trump.
- The indictment came after recent threats and an attack on President Trump at the White House Correspondents' Dinner.
- Cole Allen, charged with attempting to assassinate Trump at that event, did not enter a plea.
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