Trump Calls James Comey 'Dirty Cop' As Former FBI Director Surrenders
Former FBI Director James Comey has surrendered to authorities after being indicted over an Instagram post featuring seashells arranged to read '86 47,' which prosecutors allege was a threat against President Donald Trump. Comey denies any wrongdoing, stating he did not intend the post as a threat and plans to contest the charges, calling the case politically motivated. Trump has publicly condemned Comey, calling him a 'dirty cop' and claiming the numbers were a clear call for violence.
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By Aliss HighamUS News ReporterShareNewsweek is a Trust Project memberSee more of our trusted coverage when you search.Prefer Newsweek on Googleto see more of our trusted coverage when you search.President Donald Trump has called former FBI Director James Comey a "dirty cop" as he faces charges over an Instagram post from last year.Comey was indicted in North Carolina this week and surrendered to the authorities on Wednesday over a photo he posted last year of seashells laid out to read “86 47,” which the Justice Department alleges was intended as a threat against Trump.Comey later removed the Instagram post, saying he had not considered that it might be seen as promoting violence.
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