Jesse Watters Crew Trolls James Comey at His Empty Book Signing Event [WATCH]

Former FBI Director James Comey faced backlash last week after posting a controversial image on social media that many interpreted as a veiled threat against President Donald Trump.

The post featured a photograph of seashells arranged on a beach to read “86 47,” which critics said referenced a coded phrase calling for the elimination of the 47th president — President Trump.

The post quickly sparked a storm of criticism online and was later removed.

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Comey claimed the post was innocent and denied any violent intent.

Despite his explanation, the U.S. Secret Service reportedly contacted him to discuss the meaning of the message.

Comey addressed the situation during an appearance Monday on MSNBC with Nicolle Wallace.

During the interview, he described the shell arrangement as “clever” and said it showed “artistic flair.”

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He continued to insist he meant no harm by the post and stated he did not regret sharing the image.

Comey also claimed he often finds political messages in seashells while walking on the beach.

Prior to the 2020 election, he posted a photo of a shell bearing a message urging voters to support then-Senator Kamala Harris.

While defending the post, Comey also took aim at Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard, who had previously called for his arrest over the post.

Comey characterized her remarks as an overreaction to what he said was a harmless act during a walk with his wife.

The controversy reached another level when Fox News host Jesse Watters sent correspondent Johnny Belisario to attend a book signing event for Comey.

The segment, which aired on Watters’ program, showed Belisario confronting Comey with direct questions about the “86 47” post.

Footage from the event showed Belisario approaching Comey with a copy of his book and asking, “Why did you want to ‘86’ President Donald Trump?”

Comey appeared visibly irritated and replied, “I’m not taking questions like that now.”

Belisario followed up by asking whether Comey had been interviewed by the Secret Service. Comey, appearing uncomfortable, asked if Belisario still wanted his book signed.

When Belisario said yes, Comey signed the book, saying, “You got it, bro.”

The exchange continued when Belisario produced a seashell and asked Comey to sign that as well.

Comey declined, saying, “I do not.”

Belisario also pressed Comey about the specific beach where he reportedly finds politically themed seashells, referencing the Kamala Harris message and the recent “86 47” image.

Comey did not provide an answer.

The encounter ended with a staff member directing Belisario away from the signing table.

EXCLUSIVE: Johnny asks @Comey to sign his seashell. pic.twitter.com/4l4dytUMRL

— Jesse Watters (@JesseBWatters) May 21, 2025

Cameras captured Comey’s reaction as Belisario walked away, with the former FBI director giving a stern glare.

The incident has drawn renewed attention to Comey, who remains a polarizing figure following his role in the FBI’s handling of the 2016 presidential election and subsequent investigations. His latest social media post and public appearance have only added to the scrutiny.

As of Tuesday, neither the Secret Service nor Comey’s representatives have commented further on the nature of their conversation regarding the post.

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