James Comey Indicted Over '8647' Shell Photo — Probe Comes After White House Shooting

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News (2 / 1) 28.04.2026 20:57 / Frank

Strong reactions and an inquiry

Former President Trump and others interpreted the image as a call against the president, prompting public criticism and online backlash. FBI Director Kash Patel said agents were pulled off other investigations to probe copycat posts. Comey denied any violent intent, saying he didn’t want to be linked to violence and that he posted the photo thinking it clever.

Timing and legal fallout

A federal grand jury returned the indictment on April 28, 2026. The move comes days after an alleged attack at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner in which a suspect was charged with attempting to harm the president and the event was postponed.