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James Comey Addresses '86 47' Instagram Controversy on Late-Night TV

The former FBI director clarified the origins of his Instagram post, dismissed accusations of violent intent, and signaled the investigation's likely conclusion.

James Comey on "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert" (Photo Credit: CBS)
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Overview

  • James Comey explained on 'The Late Show' that the '86 47' shell arrangement was a beach discovery he photographed at his wife's suggestion.
  • The post, interpreted by some as a veiled threat against President Trump, led to Secret Service questioning and widespread backlash.
  • Comey confirmed to Stephen Colbert that he provided the same benign explanation to federal investigators and expects the matter to be resolved soon.
  • President Trump publicly condemned the post, asserting that Comey understood its alleged violent implications, despite Comey's denial.
  • The controversy has drawn attention to Comey's new book, with Colbert jokingly calling it 'one hell of a viral campaign.'