BREAKING: James Comey's opening statement to Senate panel: Trump pressed me to shut down Michael Flynn investigation

Having trouble viewing this email? | View it in your browser   Former FBI director James Comey confirmed Wednesday that President Trump requested his loyalty and later urged him to drop the investigation into ex-national security adviser Michael Flynn, according to a preview of his highly anticipated testimony. Comey, in a seven-page opening statement filed with the Senate Intelligence Committee, outlined nine contacts with President Trump, including a Jan. 27 dinner in which Trump apparently said: "I need loyalty, I expect loyalty.'' FOR MORE ON THIS STORY, GO TO:   USATODAY.COM     Help | Advertise | Home Delivery | Privacy Policy - Your California Privacy Rights     © 2017 USA TODAY, a division of Gannett Satellite Information Network, LLC. 7950 Jones Branch Drive, McLean, VA 22108