'Let's go': Comey responds after being charged with threatening Trump
Former FBI director James Comey has responded to being indicted over a social media post, stating he remains innocent and unafraid. The charges stem from a beach photo featuring seashells that prosecutors allege contained a threatening message toward former President Donald Trump. Comey dismissed the charges as politically motivated and declared 'Let's go' in his public response. The case has drawn significant attention due to Comey's history with Trump and the unusual nature of the alleged threat.
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