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Ex-FBI boss investigated for seashell photo seen as threat to Trump

Ex-FBI boss investigated for seashell photo seen as threat to Trump

Summary

Former FBI Director James Comey is under investigation by the Secret Service after he posted a photo of seashells on social media, which some interpreted as a threat against President Donald Trump. The photo included the numbers "8647," which some people connect to violence, though Comey said he opposed violence and deleted the post.

Key Facts

  • James Comey posted a photo on Instagram with seashells spelling the numbers "8647."
  • The number "86" is slang that can mean "to reject" or "to kill."
  • Donald Trump is the 47th President of the United States.
  • The Secret Service is investigating the post as a potential threat to President Trump.
  • Comey deleted the post and stated he was unaware of the violent interpretation of the numbers.
  • Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem claimed the post called for Trump's assassination.
  • The current FBI director stated the bureau is cooperating with the Secret Service on this matter.
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