Comey seeks dismissal of Trump-threat case over seashells post
TL;DR
Former FBI Director James Comey asked a federal judge to dismiss his indictment on charges of threatening to kill President Trump, arguing that his Instagram seashells post spelling "8647" is protected political speech and not a true threat, noting the slogan’s broad use and opposition to the president.
- Comey asks judge to dismiss Trump 'seashells' case citing lack of 'true threat' CNBC
- Comey moves to dismiss seashell case as ’86-47′ message was not a ‘true threat’ The Hill
- Comey asks federal judge in North Carolina to dismiss indictment over '86 47' post WCTI
- Comey asks judge to drop case over seashells Instagram post, arguing speech is protected by First Amendment CBS News
- James Comey Responds To ‘86 47’ Charges: Argues Trump DOJ Stifling His Free Speech Forbes
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