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Comey Indictment Dismissal Request Cites Seashells and Free Speech
James Comey has asked a federal judge to dismiss his indictment for allegedly threatening President Donald Trump, arguing that a photo he posted of seashells depicting the number '8647' does not constitute a 'true threat'. Comey's lawyers claim the image is a form of protected free speech, referring to '8647' as a well-known political slogan. He was indicted in April 2023 by a grand jury in North Carolina following Trump's claims of wrongdoing. Comey's case highlights ongoing legal challenges as he faces previous indictments as well, impacting perceptions of the legal system's fairness and political implications.
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Comey Indicted Again Over Instagram Post Alleging Threat to Trump
Former FBI Director James Comey has been indicted on charges he threatened President Donald Trump through a social media post featuring seashells spelling '8647'. This is the second federal indictment of Comey since Trump's second presidential term began, following previous allegations leading to charges of making false statements to Congress and obstruction, which were later dismissed. The indictment comes amidst ongoing political tensions where Trump has publicly called for actions against Comey and other perceived adversaries. The Department of Justice is yet to provide a comment on these developments.
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