Justice Department indicts former FBI director James Comey for a second time
The Justice Department has indicted former FBI Director James Comey for the second time, according to a source familiar with the matter, over an Instagram post featuring seashells arranged as '8647' that some interpreted as a political threat against President Trump. Comey, a vocal Trump critic, claims he did not realize the numbers could be seen as violent and removed the post. The charges, which remain unspecified, come after a previous indictment was dismissed due to the prosecutor's unlawful appointment. This case is viewed by critics as part of a broader pattern of targeting political opponents.
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Law Justice Department indicts former FBI director James Comey for a second time April 28, 20263:31 PM ET Heard on All Things Considered Ryan Lucas Justice Department indicts former FBI director James Comey for a second time Audio will be available later today. Former Federal Bureau of Investigation Director James Comey leaves the Rayburn House Office Building after testifying on Capitol Hill Dec. 7, 2018, in Washington, D.C. Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images hide caption toggle caption Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images The Justice Department has secured an indictment against former FBI Director James Comey, according to a source familiar with the matter. This is the second time the Trump DOJ has indicted Comey, a fierce critic and outspoken opponent of President Trump.
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