May Day protests across the United States saw the resurgence of the slogan “86 47,” a phrase now linked to former FBI Director James Comey, signaling the radical left’s ongoing opposition to President Donald Trump and conservative values. The appearance of this slogan underscores the deep divisions within the nation and the continued efforts to undermine the current administration.

Photos captured by Fox News Digital at protests in New York City and Los Angeles showed demonstrators holding signs bearing the numbers “86 47,” with one sign boldly declaring, “86 the whole regime.” This phrase, derived from service industry slang meaning to eliminate or get rid of something, is widely understood to be a derogatory reference to President Trump, the 47th president of the United States.

The resurgence of the slogan comes as Comey faces a second indictment by the Justice Department, related to a May 2025 Instagram post that featured an “86 47” shell formation on a beach. The Justice Department alleges that this post constituted a direct threat against President Trump. The indictment charges Comey with “knowingly and willfully making a threat to take the life of, or inflict bodily harm upon, the President of the United States and knowingly and willfully transmitting a communication in interstate and foreign commerce that contained a threat to kill President Donald Trump.”

The charges carry a potential prison sentence of up to 10 years each, highlighting the seriousness of the alleged offense. Many conservatives view Comey’s actions as part of a broader pattern of obstruction and resistance from individuals within the government who oppose the President’s agenda.

May Day Strong, the organization responsible for coordinating the demonstrations, described the events as a gathering of “workers, students, and families” advocating for a nation that prioritizes workers over billionaires. Their call for “No School. No Work. No Shopping” reveals a socialist agenda aimed at disrupting the free market and undermining traditional American values.

May Day has historical roots in Marxist and socialist movements of the 19th century, originating from calls for strikes in Paris and later becoming a national holiday in the Soviet Union after the Bolshevik Revolution in 1917. Critics argue that the modern May Day movement has been hijacked by radical leftists who promote anti-capitalist and anti-American ideologies.

According to Fox News Digital, approximately 600 groups, with a combined annual revenue of $2 billion, were expected to host roughly 6,000 events nationwide for the May Day demonstrations. This substantial financial backing reveals the significant resources being funneled into leftist activism and the organized effort to push a radical agenda.

Comey’s May 2025 Instagram post, which he later deleted, serves as a reminder of the animosity directed towards President Trump and the willingness of some individuals to engage in provocative and potentially illegal behavior. His caption, “Cool shell formation on my beach walk…,” belies the underlying message that many perceived in the image.

The appearance of the '86 47' slogan at May Day protests reinforces the narrative of a divided nation and the ongoing battle between conservative and liberal ideologies. The use of potentially threatening language and imagery underscores the need for vigilance in defending traditional American values and upholding the rule of law.

It is crucial that law enforcement officials thoroughly investigate any potential threats against the President and ensure that those who engage in unlawful behavior are held accountable. The future of our nation depends on the ability to maintain order and defend our constitutional republic from those who seek to undermine it.

For more information about the May Day movement, visit organizations such as the Heritage Foundation, which offers perspectives on the movement's impact.