Prosecutors are weaponizing a cryptic seashell post by former FBI Director James Comey—labeled “8647”—as evidence of a coded threat against Trump, claiming “86” means “get rid of” and “47” refers to his presidency. The move, timed near the release of Comey’s novel, aims to keep charges alive alleging he threatened the president and transmitted it across state lines, with prosecutors hinting at financial motives. PEN America condemns it as a reckless First Amendment violation, calling it a “desperate Hail Mary.” Comey denies wrongdoing, saying he removed the post after realizing its potential for misinterpretation, and his team argues it’s protected speech—not a genuine threat—and that the case stems from political vendetta. The prosecution insists no reasonable person would see “8647” as violent intent, but the legal battle underscores the enduring fallout from Comey’s fraught relationship with the Trump administration.
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