Ex-FBI chief investigated by Secret Service over ‘threatening’ Donald Trump in cryptic now-deleted post
Former FBI Director James Comey is under investigation by the U.S. Secret Service after sharing a controversial Instagram post that some interpreted as a threat against Donald Trump. The photo showed seashells arranged to spell “8647,” with critics claiming “86” could imply elimination and “47” referencing Trump as the 47th president. Republicans, including Trump’s son, accused Comey of inciting violence, prompting the Secret Service to take the post “very seriously.” Comey later deleted it, stating he didn’t realize the numbers could be linked to violent rhetoric and opposed such messaging.
The post drew sharp backlash, with current FBI officials confirming coordination with the Secret Service. Trump Jr. alleged Comey was “calling for” his father’s murder, while others condemned the implied threat. This incident follows two assassination attempts on Trump in 2024, heightening security concerns. Despite Comey’s denial of malicious intent, the controversy underscores the tense political climate surrounding the former president.
