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Trump fires FBI chief James Comey

Wednesday, May 10, 2017

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US President Donald Trump has fired the director of the FBI over his handling of the inquiry into Hillary Clinton's emails, the administration says.

The White House shocked Washington by announcing that James Comey "has been terminated and removed from office".

But Democrats said he was fired because the FBI was investigating alleged links between the Trump campaign and Russia.

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Trump fires FBI chief James Comey

US President Donald Trump has fired the director of the FBI over his handling of the inquiry into Hillary Clinton's emails, the administration says.

Gov't moves to close tax gaps

Chief judge promises fairness at tomorrow's Miss Botswana finale

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We respect AFCON final decision – Babitseng

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