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Comey Tracked by Secret Service After Post Critical of Trump

NORTH CAROLINA COAST THROUGH VIRGINIA TO WASHINGTON AREA, JUL 9 – Federal agents tracked James Comey and his wife after an Instagram post containing "86 47," which some interpreted as a threat against President Trump, officials said.

  • After posting a photo on social media showing seashells arranged to spell "86 47" in early July 2025, James Comey, who previously led the FBI, was monitored by the Secret Service and other law enforcement agencies.
  • The Secret Service initiated an independent inquiry after allegations arose that the post contained a message implying violence or an assassination threat targeting the former U.S. president associated with the number 47.
  • Authorities tracked Comey and his wife from their North Carolina vacation to their residence in Virginia, monitored his phone communications, and arranged for federal agents to question him in Washington. Meanwhile, Comey denied any violent intentions and deleted the post.
  • Comey called the post 'silly,' said he opposed all violence, and stated he was unaware of any violent meaning ascribed by others to the phrase '86 47,' while the Secret Service cited 'exigent' circumstances but did not clarify details.
  • The episode highlights tensions between Comey and the Trump administration, with past firing during the Russiagate probe and continuing disputes, while the investigation into Comey reflects cautious law enforcement responses to perceived threats.
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BorderReport broke the news in on Friday, May 16, 2025.
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