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President Donald Trump has compared pro-democracy activist Jimmy Lai to his adversary James Comey, the former FBI director whom he fired. Trump insinuated that he views Lai, who he says caused a lot of turmoil in China, similarly to how he views Comey. Despite this, Trump says he would like to see Lai released from jail in China and plans to discuss the matter with Chinese leader Xi Jinping.
Trump Compares Activist Jimmy Lai to Former FBI Director James Comey
On Monday, President Donald Trump likened pro-democracy activist Jimmy Lai to former FBI director James Comey. Trump plans to discuss Lai’s situation in China with Xi Jinping, the Chinese leader.
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Trump stated that Lai created significant upheaval, drawing a comparison to Comey’s tumultuous relationship with the Trump administration.
Trump dismissed Comey in 2017 due to disputes over the Russian interference investigation in the 2016 elections. The Justice Department is currently prosecuting Comey on charges of making threats against the president. Its initial indictment of Comey was dismissed.
Despite the chaos Lai caused in China, Trump stated he would like to see him released from prison.
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