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: In the 1930s, soda fountain workers used numeric codes; "81" meant a glass of water, while "86" meant they were all out of an item.

: Most commonly, "86" is used in restaurants and bars to indicate an item is out of stock (e.g., "86 the salmon") or that a customer should be refused service and ejected. Page 86

The controversy centers on a May 2025 social media post where Comey shared a photo of seashells arranged to form the numbers "". As Donald Trump is the 47th president, the interpretation of "86" became the focal point of a national debate: The Political Controversy : In the 1930s, soda fountain workers used

: Comey has stated the post was a purely political message, using "86" in its common sense to "get rid of" or "discard" a political figure through the democratic process. Understanding the Term "86" As Donald Trump is the 47th president, the

: It widely means to "nix," "cancel," or "get rid of" something no longer wanted. Possible Origins :