Comey surrenders over charge of threatening Trump's life in Instagram post

Prosecutors say a 2025 seashell photo posted by the former FBI director was a call for violence against Trump.

Acting U.S. Attorney General Todd Blanche has charged former FBI Director James Comey for allegedly threatening President Trump through an Instagram post featuring seashells arranged as '86 47'. Critics, including Trump's allies, view the case as baseless and politically motivated.

Former FBI Director James Comey appeared in a Virginia federal court facing charges for allegedly threatening President Trump via an Instagram post. Legal experts suggest the case poses significant First Amendment challenges and may be difficult to prosecute.

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche became visibly agitated during a CBS Mornings interview when questioned about the prosecution of former FBI Director James Comey. Blanche denied accusations that the case was politically motivated.

Many Republicans are concerned that former President Trump's focus on legal action against political opponents, including the indictment of James Comey, will alienate non-MAGA voters and distract from pressing national issues.