Trump Officials Say James Comey Is Under Investigation Over Social Media Post

Trump Officials Say James Comey Is Under Investigation Over Social Media Post

James Comey shared and later took down a post with a phrase used by critics of the president, saying there had been no ill intent.

Truth Analysis

Factual Accuracy
4/5
Bias Level
3/5
Analysis Summary:

The NY Times article is mostly accurate, with the core claim of an investigation into Comey's social media post supported by multiple sources. However, the article lacks detail and context, potentially creating a slight bias. The claim about Comey taking down the post is not explicitly confirmed, but implied by his denial of ill intent.

Detailed Analysis:
  • Claim:** Trump Officials Say James Comey Is Under Investigation Over Social Media Post.
    • Verification Source #2, #3, #4: Support the claim that the Secret Service is investigating Comey's social media post.
    • Verification Source #1, #5: Support the claim that Trump officials are involved and suggesting the post was a call for violence.
  • Claim:** James Comey shared and later took down a post with a phrase used by critics of the president, saying there had been no ill intent.
    • Verification Source #1, #5: Support the claim that the post contained the phrase "8647" and that Comey denied ill intent.
    • Verification Source #5: Confirms Comey made the post on Instagram.
  • Fail to cover:* The claim that Comey "took down" the post is not explicitly confirmed by any of the sources, but the fact that he is explaining his intent implies he may have removed it.
Supporting Evidence/Contradictions:
  • Agreement:** All sources agree that James Comey is under investigation for a social media post containing the phrase "8647". Verification Source #1, #2, #3, #4, #5.
  • Agreement:** Sources agree that Comey has denied any ill intent behind the post. Verification Source #1, #5.
  • Lack of Coverage:** None of the sources explicitly state that Comey "took down" the post. However, the fact that he is explaining the post suggests he may have removed it.