The federal government apparently will pursue confiscation of the profits from ex-FBI chief James Comey’s book because of his “86 47” stunt that allegedly was used to promote it.
Comey, now indicted for those actions, posted on social media a picture of seashells on sand.
They formed the numbers “86 47,” where “86 is a common term used to mean to kill someone. President Donald Trump is the nation’s 47th president.
Investigative reporter Paul Sperry explained, “DOJ sources tell me prosecutors are pursuing a ‘forfeiture action’ in relation to James Comey’s alleged felonies because they believe Comey posted the ’86’ Trump threat to also help drum up sales of a forthcoming book. Comey posted the image five (5) days before the May 20, 2025, release of his new crime novel. Controversy over the posting thrust Comey back into the headlines and drew potential book buyers to his Instagram and X accounts where he heavily promoted the book.”
He cited the Comey indictment that said, “Upon conviction, the defendant shall forfeit to the United States any property, real or personal, which constitutes or is derived from proceeds traceable to the said offense.”
BREAKING: The DOJ is now pushing to SEIZE James Comey’s profits from his crime book, as prosecutors believe part of the reason he posted a threat on President Trump’s life was to DRUM UP book sales
DOJ is going HARD after this guy 🔥
The “forfeiture action” included in Comey’s… pic.twitter.com/aW1At0bRAk
— Nick Sortor (@nicksortor) April 29, 2026
BREAKING: DOJ sources tell me prosecutors are pursuing a “forfeiture action” in relation to James Comey’s alleged felonies because they believe Comey posted the “86” Trump threat to also help drum up sales of a forthcoming book. Comey posted the image five (5) days before the May…
— Paul Sperry (@paulsperry_) April 29, 2026
According to the Gateway Pundit, Comey was indicted on two felony counts related to the “86” messaging.
WorldNetDaily reported when the indictment was announced that Comey responded:
Comey responds:
“Well, they’re back. This time about a picture of seashells on a North Carolina beach a year ago, and this won’t be the end of it. But nothing has changed with me.
I’m still innocent, I’m still not afraid, and I still believe in the independent federal… pic.twitter.com/WE7tgzKnXW
— Open Source Intel (@Osint613) April 28, 2026
An earlier indictment against Comey was dismissed over a technicality.
Comey indicted again after the last case was dismissed by a federal judge who found that the interim US Attorney was improperly appointed.https://t.co/0iVPwBwLQs
— Kaitlan Collins (@kaitlancollins) April 28, 2026
🚨 BREAKING: The DOJ has just indicted disgraced former FBI Director James Comey for a SECOND time, per CNN
LET’S GO! 🔥
There are few details known about the indictment. Unclear which district he’s been indicted in.
The DOJ is racking up some MAJOR wins this past week! pic.twitter.com/wqkTImkF9I
— Nick Sortor (@nicksortor) April 28, 2026
🚨 BREAKING: James Comey indicted again, this time over controversial 2025 Instagram post seen as targeting Trump, sources tell @davidspunt pic.twitter.com/lp4RWP2fL1
— Fox News (@FoxNews) April 28, 2026
The initial indictment accused him of lying to Congress.
