Todd Blanche Says Comey Indictment Includes More Evidence as Schiff Alleges Political Motive

Indictment of Former FBI Director James Comey·April 28 – May 4, 2026

16 days ago

Todd Blanche Says Comey Indictment Includes More Evidence as Schiff Alleges Political Motive

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche stated that the indictment of former FBI Director James Comey involves more than just a single Instagram post. Blanche said the case for allegedly threatening President Trump is supported by a broader body of evidence found during an 11-month investigation. He also clarified that the Justice Department will not prosecute every person who uses the phrase 86 47 on social media. Senator Adam Schiff criticized the move and claimed the Department of Justice is pursuing the indictment to help Blanche keep his job. Blanche responded by assuring the public that the case goes beyond the controversial post. He noted that the indictment is based on more than just the 86 47 post.

Blanche turns the tables on Comey indictment criticsTodd Blanche Commits To Not Prosecute Every Person Who Posts '86 47'Schiff: DOJ prosecuting Comey because Blanche 'wants to keep this job'

17 days ago

Acting AG Blanche Says Comey Indictment Involves More Than Social Media Post as Senator Tillis Opposes Charges

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche stated that the federal indictment of former FBI Director James Comey is based on a broad investigation. He clarified that the charges did not come solely from a social media post where Comey used the phrase 86 47 with a picture of seashells. Blanche noted that the Department of Justice looked at additional evidence beyond just the Instagram activity before moving forward with the case. Senator Thom Tillis expressed opposition to the indictment despite calling Comey a disappointment. Tillis argued that the term 86 has roots in the restaurant industry and should not be the basis for a criminal charge. The senator stated that he stands against the indictment because he believes the legal interpretation of the post is flawed.

Tillis calls Comey 'biggest disappointment' but stands against 8647 indictmentTillis says '86' has roots in restaurant industry after Comey indictedBlanche says it was 'not just' Comey's '86 47' seashell post that led to indictment

17 days ago

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche Defends James Comey Indictment as Result of 11-Month Investigation

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche stated that the indictment of former FBI Director James Comey is based on more than just a single social media post. Blanche explained that the charges follow an 11-month investigation into Comey's actions. He clarified that the Justice Department is not targeting other citizens who use the same slogan. Instead, the case focuses on specific evidence gathered over nearly a year. This legal action has sparked significant public debate. Media personality Joe Rogan criticized the move, arguing that it sets a dangerous precedent for future administrations. Legal experts also noted that the case could backfire on the Trump administration depending on how the evidence is presented in court. A federal grand jury in North Carolina recently indicted Comey on two counts of threatening the President.

Acting attorney general says indictment against James Comey goes beyond seashell photoBlanche Says Others Who Post '86 47' Message Won't Be Charged Like ComeyJoe Rogan rips Trump Admin over Comey indictment: 'Sets crazy precedent'

21 days ago

Trump Accuses Comey of Coded Death Threat as Legal Debate Over Social Media Post Intensifies

President Trump labeled former FBI Director James Comey a dirty cop following Comey's surrender to federal authorities in North Carolina. Trump alleged that a social media post featuring a photo of seashells and the numbers 86 47 was a coded instruction to kill the president. Prosecutors are investigating the post as a felony threat, while critics argue the indictment is a violation of the First Amendment. The legal dispute centers on the interpretation of the term 86. While the government views it as a threat, others suggest it refers to refusing service or removing someone from a position. The indictment has drawn significant public criticism regarding the use of criminal charges for social media commentary.

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21 days ago

James Comey Surrenders and Appears in Court Over Alleged Threats Against President Trump

Former FBI Director James Comey surrendered to federal authorities and appeared in court following a second indictment in North Carolina. The charges involve two felony counts of threatening the president based on an Instagram post. James Comey surrendered to face the charges and appeared in federal court shortly after. President Trump stated that the post probably endangered his life after the grand jury issued the indictment. Legal experts have questioned the validity of the case. Former Judge Andrew Napolitano called the indictment frivolous and predicted a judge would dismiss it. Some observers argued the case looks like vindictive prosecution. During proceedings, questions arose about why the Department of Justice targeted Comey while ignoring similar posts from other social media users.

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