Comey back in the headlines as a new indictment over a seashell post fuels DOJ worries—ex-FBI chief who led the bureau 2013–17.
Federal and state cases have exposed irregular grand-jury contacts and contested prosecutorial conduct this week. Arizona’s fake-elector matter has been ordered back to a grand jury by the state supreme court; U.S. Attorney Andrew Boutros has released a statement about unusual contact with a Chicago grand jury; and other prosecutions and trials are facing delays and judicial rebukes.
As of March 21, 2026, Texas prepares for a May 26 GOP Senate runoff between incumbent John Cornyn and Attorney General Ken Paxton. Both remain on the ballot after failing to secure a majority in the March 3 primary. President Trump has yet to endorse either candidate, with his decision possibly tied to the fate of the SAVE America Act. Democrat James Talarico won the Democratic primary, setting up a competitive general election.
Homeland Security Secretary Kirsti Noem was removed after controversy over a $220 million ad campaign linked to no-bid contracts and close ties to her adviser Lewandowski. New evidence suggests President Trump was involved in approving the campaign, contradicting his earlier denials. Investigations into contract processes are ongoing.
Robert Mueller, former FBI director and special counsel who led the 2017-2019 Russia election interference investigation, died Friday at 81. His probe indicted 34 individuals but did not charge President Trump. Trump celebrated Mueller's death on social media, sparking widespread criticism. Mueller was praised for transforming the FBI post-9/11 and his commitment to the rule of law.
On April 2, 2026, President Donald Trump dismissed Attorney General Pam Bondi after 14 months, citing frustrations over her handling of Jeffrey Epstein files and failed prosecutions of his political opponents. Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche, Trump's former personal lawyer, was named acting attorney general. Bondi will transition to a private sector role.
The Justice Department has indicted James Comey in North Carolina on threats-related charges tied to a seashell photo marked “86 47.” Prosecutors must prove intent to threaten a president, a high bar given Comey’s public statements that he did not intend violence. The case is the second criminal matter involving Comey and the Trump administration’s pursuit of political opponents.
Former FBI director James Comey has been indicted by a federal grand jury in North Carolina over a May 2025 Instagram photo showing seashells arranged as "86 47," which prosecutors say a reasonable recipient would interpret as a threat to President Trump; Comey has surrendered, pleaded innocent and vowed to fight the charges.
The royal couple have used their New York stop to honor 9/11 victims, meet families, and participate in cultural and economic engagements. Tensions over the Iran war and private interactions with New York officials are shaping the visit.
The U.S. Department of Justice has indicted former FBI Director James Comey for allegedly transmitting a threat against President Trump through a social media post showing seashells arranged to read “86 47.” The indictment marks a second case against Comey and comes amid broader discourse about political targeting within the DOJ and responses from Trump allies and critics.
The investigation into former CIA director John Brennan has gained momentum, with FBI agents interviewing current and former CIA officers about Brennan’s role in producing a 2017 Intelligence Community Assessment that referenced the Steele dossier. Prosecutors are examining whether Brennan gave false testimony to Congress and how the dossier influenced the report.
Former national security adviser John Bolton has reportedly agreed to plead guilty to illegally retaining sensitive national security documents and will pay a fine exceeding $2 million, according to CNN. He is set for a Maryland rearraignment on June 26. The development follows an 2025 indictment on 18 counts related to mishandling classified material.
The Guardian, Independent, and NY Post report that Donald Trump has nominated Todd Blanche to serve permanently as attorney general. Blanche, who has been acting AG since April, would require Senate confirmation. Reports describe his role in pursuing cases against Trump’s rivals and in high-profile DOJ actions, including a controversial fund related to Trump allies that was later axed.