Controversy Over James Comey's '86' Instagram Post

A debate has emerged over the meaning of the term '86' used by former FBI Director James Comey in a deleted Instagram post, with DOJ officials alleging it was a call to kill the president, while a NYT reporter offered an anecdote to clarify its true meaning.

30 Apr, 15:18 — 30 Apr, 15:18

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NYT reporter’s ‘Steak au Poivre’ anecdote serves up true meaning of ‘86’ after Trump weighs in on Comey’s arrest

The Justice Department’s indictment of former FBI Director James Comey spawned a debate in D.C. circles over the term “86” he used in a since-deleted Instagram post — one that DOJ officials allege was meant as a call to kill the president.

By John Bowden

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Controversy Over James Comey's '86' Instagram Post

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NYT reporter’s ‘Steak au Poivre’ anecdote serves up true meaning of ‘86’ after Trump weighs in on Comey’s arrest

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