“You are not allowed to threaten the President of the United States” - AG Blanche on Comey issue

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche announced a federal indictment against former FBI Director James Comey during a Department of Justice briefing on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, over a social media post the DOJ alleges was a threat to President Trump’s life. Blanche emphasized that "threatening the life of the President is a grave violation of our nation's laws," citing a May 2025 image of seashells arranged as "86 47" as an illegal call to action during a period of heightened political violence. Watch the full video for the Department of Justice’s formal announcement of the charges and the administration's stance on holding high-profile figures accountable for inflammatory rhetoric. Follow our page for consistent updates and principled reporting on the legal developments and security challenges shaping the nation. #BreakingNews #ToddBlanche #JamesComey #DOJ #Trump #NationalSecurity #Indictment #FederalCharges #USPolitics