‘No serious dispute’ that Comey’s seashell post could be read as a Trump threat, prosecutors say
Summary
The U.S. Justice Department says there is no serious disagreement that a seashell photo posted by former FBI Director James Comey could be seen as a threat against President Donald Trump. The post used the numbers "86 47," which prosecutors argue is a hidden call for violence, while Comey’s lawyers say the numbers mean “to get rid of” and that Comey did not intend a threat.Key Facts
- James Comey posted a photo of seashells arranged as "86 47" on Instagram in May 2025.
- The Justice Department claims this post could be read as a threat against President Donald Trump.
- Prosecutors link the numbers "86 47" to a call to "get rid of" the 47th president, Donald Trump.
- Comey deleted the post after learning some people saw it as a violent message.
- Comey’s lawyers argue “86” means “to throw out” or “eject” and has been used at protests and on merchandise for years.
- The post came shortly before Comey planned to release a novel about a social media figure inspiring attacks on opponents.
- Prosecutors note the post came amid other known assassination plots or attempts against President Trump.
- The Justice Department denies accusations that it withheld facts or misled judges about Comey’s post.
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