James Comey '86 47' seashell case prosecutor suddenly steps down, assistant US attorney steps in
James Comey's prosecutor in the criminal case regarding his controversial Instagram post has stepped down unexpectedly. Assistant U.S. Attorney Timothy Severo will take over the case, although no reason was provided for the change. Comey faces serious charges related to the post, which prosecutors claim could be interpreted as a threat against President Trump.
- ▪Matthew Petracca, the original prosecutor, has been replaced by Timothy Severo.
- ▪Comey is facing two federal charges that could lead to up to 10 years in prison.
- ▪The Instagram post in question allegedly signals intent to harm President Trump.
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James Comey James Comey '86 47' seashell case prosecutor suddenly steps down, assistant US attorney steps in A notice of substitution filed Friday does not explain attorney Matthew Petracca's departure By Eric Mack Fox News Published June 1, 2026 8:36am EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video Former assistant FBI director calls Comey indictment a ‘long shot’ Former assistant FBI director Chris Swecker discusses the indictment of former FBI director James Comey on charges of allegedly threatening President Donald Trump on ‘Sunday Night in America.’ NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! The federal prosecutor handling the Justice Department’s criminal case against former FBI Director James Comey over his "86 47" seashell Instagram…
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