FBI chief Comey 'rejects' Trump phone tap allegation

Monday, March 06, 2017

FBI director James Comey has rejected President Donald Trump's claim on Saturday that his predecessor, Barack Obama, tapped his phone, US media say.

Mr Comey reportedly asked the US justice department to reject the allegation Mr Obama ordered a wiretap during last year's election campaign.

He is said to have asked for the correction because it falsely insinuates that the FBI broke the law.

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FBI chief Comey 'rejects' Trump phone tap allegation

FBI director James Comey has rejected President Donald Trump's claim on Saturday that his predecessor, Barack Obama, tapped his phone, US media say.