Former FBI director James Comey was interviewed by Secret Service agents regarding his “8647” social media post, which some officials termed a death threat against President Trump. Comey described the post as a political statement, claiming he did not intend any violent implications. After backlash, he deleted the post, explaining he opposed violence and was unaware that the numbers were associated with such meanings.
DHS Secretary Kristi Noem emphasized the seriousness of the situation, declaring an ongoing investigation to protect Trump. Former President Trump dismissed Comey’s defense, suggesting he knew precisely what his post communicated. Also, Tulsi Gabbard, Director of National Intelligence, called for Comey to face imprisonment due to concerns for the president’s safety, pointing out that Trump had survived two assassination attempts during the 2024 campaign.
The number sequence “8647” has been linked to anti-Trump sentiments, appearing on merchandise and protests. The term “eighty-six” typically means to refuse service or remove items, dating back to the 1930s, and has been employed by Republican politicians in non-threatening contexts. For instance, former Congressman Matt Gaetz claimed his usage of “86” differed from Comey’s, noting his reference was historical rather than a call for action.
Legal experts indicated that Comey’s action did not meet the criteria for a criminal death threat under federal law, which requires explicit intent to cause harm. Therefore, while Comey might have unwittingly stirred controversy, he was not guilty of a crime, leaving room for political interpretation of his motives.
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