Trump Administration Secures New Indictment Against James Comey
The New York Times • • general
Key Points:
- The Justice Department has obtained a new indictment against former FBI Director James B. Comey related to a social media post, following a previous indictment attempt that was dismissed by a judge.
- The charge concerns a photo Comey posted nearly a year ago showing seashells arranged to read “86 47,” which was interpreted by members of the Trump administration and family as a threat to assassinate the 47th president.
- The Secret Service monitored Comey’s movements after the post and interviewed him, with Comey denying any violent intent and subsequently deleting the image.
- Although the Justice Department initially dropped the case, it has recently revived the investigation amid ongoing pressure from former President Trump to pursue criminal charges against Comey.
