Former FBI Director James Comey posted a photo on Instagram with the numbers '8647,' which some officials interpreted as a call for the assassination of President Donald Trump. The post was condemned by administration officials and allies of Trump. Comey denied the allegations and said he was unaware of the association with violence. The Secret Service and DHS are investigating the matter.
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Former FBI Director James Comey posted a photo on Instagram with the numbers '8647,' which some officials interpreted as a call for the assassination of President Donald Trump.
The post was condemned by administration officials, Republican lawmakers, and Trump allies.
Comey denied the allegations and said he was unaware of the association with violence.
The Secret Service and DHS are investigating the matter.