Coded Threat Against Trump Sparks Investigation: Comey's Instagram Post Under Scrutiny

An Instagram post by former FBI Director James Comey is under investigation for a possible coded threat against President Donald Trump. The post features the number 8647, with '86' interpreted as a slang term for 'eliminate' and '47' referencing Trump's position as the 47th president. Donald Trump Jr. tweeted about Comey's post, stating, "James Comey is casually calling for my dad to be assassinated." Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security Kristi Noem confirmed that the Secret Service and DHS are investigating the potential threat. Comey responded that he was unaware of the numbers' association with violent expressions. This incident highlights the increasing scrutiny of social media posts and their potential for misinterpretation and causing public alarm.