James Comey under investigation for posting "86 47" on Instagram, Noem says

James Comey under investigation for posting "86 47" on Instagram, Noem says

Trump administration officials claim former FBI chief James Comey called for violence against the president — which Comey has pushed back on.

Truth Analysis

Factual Accuracy
3/5
Bias Level
3/5
Analysis Summary:

The article's accuracy is mixed. While it mentions the investigation and Comey's response, it relies on claims from "Trump administration officials" without providing specific evidence or context. The Timcast article confirms the investigation and the nature of the post, but also presents a biased interpretation.

Detailed Analysis:
  • Claim:** James Comey is under investigation for posting "86 47" on Instagram.
    • Verification Source #1: Supports this claim, stating "Ex-FBI Director Comey Under Investigation For THREATENING Trump With "86-47" Post".
  • Claim:** Trump administration officials claim Comey called for violence against the president.
    • Verification Source #1: Supports this claim by implying the post was a threat. However, it presents this as a fact rather than an allegation.
  • Claim:** Comey has pushed back on the claim that he called for violence.
  • The provided sources do not offer details on Comey's specific response. *This requires internal knowledge: Comey has stated the post was a reference to a restaurant order.*
Supporting Evidence/Contradictions:
  • Verification Source #1: Confirms the investigation and the "86-47" post.
  • Verification Source #1: Presents the post as a threat without providing Comey's explanation or alternative interpretations.
  • The CBS News article relies on claims from "Trump administration officials" without providing further context or evidence.
  • Internal Knowledge: Comey has publicly stated the post was a reference to a restaurant order, contradicting the implication of a violent threat.

Verification Sources Used

  1. timcast.com