Dem Rep. Connolly: Trump Tweet to Comey 'Witness Intimidation'

A tweet from President Donald Trump to now-fired FBI Director Jim Comey is “witness intimidation,” according to Rep. Gerry Connolly.

First obstruction of an investigation. Now witness intimidation from the Highest Office. A sad moment for even this White House. Unhinged?

— Gerry Connolly (@GerryConnolly) May 12, 2017

The congressman's tweet was in response to Trump on Friday morning, who tweeted, "James Comey better hope that there are no "tapes" of our conversations before he starts leaking to the press!"

The Virginia Democrat's "obstruction" reference refers to Trump firing Comey Tuesday, according to The Hill.

The congressman also slammed the Comey firing the night it happened, questioning the president's reason for firing Comey when he did.

If Comey's firing isn't about Russia probe ask this: why today? Why not seek his resignation effective upon his successor's confirmation?

— Gerry Connolly (@GerryConnolly) May 10, 2017

Answer: WH had to derail FBI investigation now.

— Gerry Connolly (@GerryConnolly) May 10, 2017

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