After Comey indictment, acting AG leaves door open to Whitmer investigation over ’86 45′

By: Andrew Roth

Outlets: Michigan Advance

Published: April 29, 2026

Words: 543

Last Updated: 2 months, 2 weeks ago

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Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer could face a federal investigation into an “86 45” emblem visible in the background of a virtual appearance she made several years ago.

The term 86 is slang used in the restaurant industry to signal something should be removed, like a menu item that’s out of stock or a disorderly person in a bar. President Donald Trump is the 45th and 47th president.

The Justice Department secured an indictment Tuesday against …

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