Comey Investigated Over Seashell Photo: Is This Political Weaponization?
Former FBI Director James Comey’s Instagram post of seashells arranged to form “8647” prompted a Secret Service investigation after Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem deemed it a threat against President Trump. The number’s interpretation as a threat, particularly the use of “86” as slang for “kill,” fueled outrage among Trump supporters. Comey subsequently removed the post, claiming unawareness of the potential interpretation and denouncing violence. The incident ignited a political firestorm, with several high-profile figures condemning Comey’s actions.
John Q. Hosedrinker