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Comey's Supposed Trump Death Threat

Former Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Director James Comey could face jail time after investigations were launched into social media messages he recently posted, seemingly calling for the murder of President Donald Trump. 

Director Comey, a consistent critic of the Trump administration, posted a picture of seashells arranged to read ‘86 47’ on his Instagram. 

The number 86 is known in criminal slang to mean murdering someone, while 47 refers to President Trump, who was and is the 45th and 47th US president, respectively.  

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Senator Ruben Gallego: Over 300,000 Arizonans would lose their health insurance under the Republican budget. Children. Seniors. People with disabilities. All so they can give another handout to Trump’s billionaire friends. I’m fighting like hell to stop them.

Representative Eli Crane: In late 2023, I forced a vote on the House floor to expose the Biden admin for unfairly targeting a private Christian university in AZ. As usual, it was blocked by radical Dems and weak Republicans. Yesterday, President Trump and his team rescinded this insane fine. Thank you!

Representative Juan Ciscomani: As #NationalHospitalWeek comes to close, I want to thank the dedicated healthcare professionals who work tirelessly to keep our communities healthy and safe. Your compassion, skill, and commitment make a lasting difference every day. We are grateful for all you do.

Representative Abe Hamadeh: The Big Beautiful Bill will provide historic tax relief to every American, especially our retirees It also advances Trump's priorities on immigration, energy, defense, & the national debt. As @RepJasonSmith says failure to pass this bill is NOT an option

Representative Greg Stanton: Extreme heat is a deadly threat—especially for low-income families in Arizona. Cutting energy aid is reckless. The federal government must treat extreme heat like the emergency it is and fund efforts keep people safe.

Representative Yassamin Ansari: Last week I got to meet with Anna, a constituent and retired Army Sergeant who came to our office for assistance getting the physical therapy she needed from TriWest and the VA after surgery. My office is a resource to everyone in our community, and my team and I will always be here to get you the support you need.

Former FBI Director Comey Could Face Jail Time After Alleged Threat to Trump— By Cactus Politics' Mateo Guillamont

Blackman, Martinez Urge for Action to Address Missing & Murdered Native Americans— By Cactus Politics' Grayson Bakich— State Representatives Walt Blackman (R-7) and Teresa Martinez (R-16) are for a state and federal response to alarming rates of Native Americans going missing and murdered throughout the United States.

Kelly Introduces Bipartisan Bill Targeting the Mexican Drug Cartels— By Cactus Politics' Grayson Bakich— Senator Mark Kelly (D-AZ) has introduced bipartisan legislation with Senator Dave McCormick (R-PA) aimed at countering the Mexican drug cartels.

Trump On Verge of Striking Nuclear Deal With Iran— By Cactus Politics' Mateo Guillamont— President Donald Trump recently announced the US and Iran are close to signing an agreement over the latter’s nuclear development programs.

Schweikert, AFP-AZ Team Up for National Day of Action to Make Tax Cuts Permanent— By Cactus Politics' Grayson Bakich— Representative David Schweikert (R-AZ) and Americans for Prosperity's Arizona chapter (AFP-AZ) are teaming up this Saturday, May 17th, to rally support for making President Donald Trump's 2017 tax cuts permanent.

Stanton Questions Trump Tariffs with Ex-Deputy Secretary of State Kurt Campbell— By Cactus Politics' Grayson Bakich— Representative Greg Stanton (D-AZ) spoke with former Deputy Secretary of State Kurt Campbell on President Donald Trump's tariff policy in a recent Select Committee on the Communist Party of China (CCP) hearing, claiming that they negatively affect Taiwan.

Trump Meets Syria's Interim President, Pledges to Lift Sanctions— By Cactus Politics' Mateo Guillamont— President Donald Trump recently pledged to lift blistering sanctions on Syria to facilitate the latter’s transition into a prosperous and civilized state. 

Hamadeh Praises Trump's Promise to Lift Syria Sanctions— By Cactus Politics' Grayson Bakich— Representative Abe Hamadeh (R-AZ) praised President Donald Trump's recent intentions to lift the longstanding sanctions on Syria, calling it "a historic step toward advancing peace through strength in the Middle East."

Crane Questions Noem on Suspending Writ of Habeas Corpus— By Cactus Politics' Grayson Bakich— Representative Eli Crane (R-AZ) questioned Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem's work securing the border, specifically on suspending the writ of habeas corpus in a recent House Homeland Security hearing.

President Trump Touches Down in Saudi Arabia for Historic Visit— By Cactus Politics' Mateo Guillamont— President Donald Trump recently arrived in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, marking the start of his first major foreign trip of his second term.

The Snakebite is written by Grayson Bakich and Javier Manjarres

Grayson Bakich

Grayson Bakich is a Florida and Arizona legislative correspondent for The Floridian and Cactus Politics, specializing in national and state-level politics. With three years' experience covering federal Florida, and Arizona politics, they have been cited by NewsBreak, SGT Report, Lucianne.com, and Cause Action. Email: grayson@dnm.news

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