The Merriam-Webster dictionary traces “86” to “1930s soda-counter slang meaning that an item was sold out. There is varying anecdotal evidence about why the term eighty-six was used, but the most common theory is that it is rhyming slang for nix.”

James Comey’s controversial, now-deleted Instagram photo of seashells spelling out the numbers “86 47” only adds to a long list of social media posts from the former FBI director that have sparked a mix of both anger and — more often — a heavy dose of eye rolls.

Former FBI director James Comey says he’s baffled that a beach photo he posted led to accusations of threatening Donald Trump—and an in-person interview with the Secret Service.

On May 15, former FBI Director James Comey posted a photo on Instagram that depicted the number “8647” fashioned with seashells. Opinion: Not funny, John Oliver: Standing for religious liberty doesn't equate to 'hate' Need a break? Play the USA TODAY ...

Former FBI Director James Comey is being investigated by the Trump administration again after he posted a picture of shells spelling out "8647" on social media. President Trump and multiple administration officials,

Former Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) director James Comey pointed fingers at President Donald Trump’s administration Monday for their so-called

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said that DHS and Secret Service are investigating a since-deleted picture former FBI Director James Comey published online as a threat targeting President Donald Trump.