Court Case Against James Comey

May 4, 2026, 20:14
USPolitics

Introduction

The US government says James Comey committed a crime. He is the old leader of the FBI. They say he threatened the president on social media.

Main Body

James Comey posted a picture of shells on Instagram. The shells made the numbers 86 and 47. The government says 86 means to kill. James Comey says this is not true. He says he deleted the post quickly. Attorney General Todd Blanche says the police looked for evidence for eleven months. He says the president did not tell them to start this case. Some lawyers disagree. They say the post was just a political opinion and not a real threat. Some people are angry about this case. Senator Thom Tillis says the government is just being mean. James Comey's lawyers say the case is wrong. They say it breaks the rules of free speech.

Conclusion

The court will see James Comey on May 11 in Greenville.

Learning

πŸ’‘ The 'Who Says What' Pattern

In this story, many people have different ideas. To reach A2, you need to show who is speaking and what they believe.

The Pattern: [Person] β†’\rightarrow says β†’\rightarrow [Idea]

Examples from the text:

  • The government β†’\rightarrow says β†’\rightarrow James Comey committed a crime.
  • James Comey β†’\rightarrow says β†’\rightarrow this is not true.
  • Todd Blanche β†’\rightarrow says β†’\rightarrow the police looked for evidence.
  • Senator Thom Tillis β†’\rightarrow says β†’\rightarrow the government is being mean.

Quick Tip: Use "says" for the present or a general fact. Use "said" if the action is finished.

Vocabulary Boost:

  • Evidence: Proof (things that show something is true).
  • Threat: A promise to hurt someone.
  • Disagree: To have a different opinion.

Vocabulary Learning

court
a place where legal cases are heard
Example:The court will decide the case next week.
case
a legal matter
Example:The case involves a dispute over property.
crime
an illegal act
Example:He was charged with a serious crime.
president
the head of a country
Example:The president gave a speech.
social
relating to society or people
Example:She enjoys social events.
media
communication outlets like TV, radio, internet
Example:The media reported the incident.
picture
an image or photograph
Example:He took a picture of the sunset.
police
law enforcement officers
Example:The police arrived quickly.
evidence
proof that something is true
Example:The evidence shows he was there.
lawyer
a person who works in law
Example:She hired a lawyer for the case.
opinion
a personal view
Example:It was just an opinion, not a fact.
threat
a statement that something bad will happen
Example:The threat made everyone nervous.
angry
feeling upset or annoyed
Example:He was angry at the delay.
rules
guidelines or laws
Example:They must follow the rules.
speech
talking or speaking
Example:He gave a long speech.
free
not limited or restricted
Example:She enjoys free time.
see
to look at
Example:I will see you tomorrow.