James Comey Questioned by Secret Service Over Controversial Instagram Post

Comey's Instagram Post and Initial Backlash

• 🎯 James Comey was questioned by Secret Service agents following an Instagram post featuring seashells shaped like the numbers 8647.
• ⚠️ The post was widely perceived as a threat against President Trump, as '86' is slang for 'getting rid of' and Trump is the 47th president.
• 💡 Comey removed the image, stating he was unaware of the numbers' association with violence.

Expert Analysis on Comey's Intent

• 🧠 Susan Crabtree, National Political Correspondent for RealClearPolitics, expressed skepticism about Comey's claim of ignorance, given his former role as FBI Director and recent assassination attempts against Trump.
• 🗣️ Crabtree highlighted the importance of careful language from public figures, referencing the caution journalists and politicians took after the Gabby Giffords shooting.

Secret Service Questioning and Findings

• 🤝 Comey reportedly went willingly to the Secret Service Washington Field Office for questioning, though he was not arrested.
• 🔍 Agents aimed to determine Comey's motivation, whether he intended harm or to incite violence.
• 📝 The Secret Service confirmed Comey did know the meaning of '8647', and their findings may be sent to the U.S. Attorney for potential prosecution.
• 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 The Secret Service is also interested in questioning individuals around Comey, including his wife.