Judge Delays James Comey ‘86 47’ Seashells Trial Until October

A federal judge on Tuesday granted former FBI Director James Comey’s request to delay his criminal trial over allegations that he threatened President Donald Trump through a social media post featuring seashells arranged in the numbers “86 47.”

Judge Delays James Comey ‘86 47’ Seashells Trial Until October

TL;DR

  • Former FBI Director James Comey's criminal trial has been delayed until October 21.
  • The trial is related to allegations that Comey threatened President Donald Trump through a social media post.
  • Comey's lawyers intend to file motions to dismiss the case on constitutional grounds.
  • The charges are based on an Instagram post showing seashells arranged as "86 47," interpreted as a threat.
  • Comey denies the allegations and maintains his innocence.