This Senate resolution condemns former FBI Director James B. Comey for what the sponsors call an incitement of violence against President Donald J. Trump. The resolution’s preamble says that on May 15, 2025, Comey posted an image on Instagram showing the numbers "86 47" with the caption "cool shell formation." The text says this message promotes violence, jeopardized the President's security during an overseas trip, and undermines public trust. The resolution would: (1) formally condemn Comey; (2) urge relevant authorities to ensure he is never again permitted to serve as a federal employee; and (3) request that the Department of Justice and the Department of Homeland Security conduct a full investigation and release the findings to congressional committees and the public.
If the Senate adopts this resolution, the Senate would formally express its condemnation and ask federal agencies to investigate and report back. It urges steps to prevent Comey from holding federal employment in the future and requests public release of investigation results. The resolution itself does not list other legal penalties or specific enforcement actions beyond those requests.
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The sponsors say the Instagram post amounted to a call for violence against the President. They argue the post endangered the President's security, abused the influence of a former official, and showed a desire to undermine the President. They say Congress should hold Comey accountable and preserve the rule of law.
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