Rep. Schiff Attacks Trump's Claim Dems Made Up Russia Story

Rep. Adam Schiff is blasting President Donald Trump for accusing Democrats of making up the story that Russia meddled in the November elections.

The California Democrat's war of words with Trump came after the president had tweeted:

The Democrats made up and pushed the Russian story as an excuse for running a terrible campaign. Big advantage in Electoral College & lost!

— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) March 20, 2017

But Schiff, the top Democrat on the House Intelligence Committee, shot back:

Mr. President, the Russians hacked our election and interfered. No one disputes this now, but you. This is what is called "fact". https://t.co/izJhR5xRrf

— Adam Schiff (@RepAdamSchiff) March 20, 2017

The intelligence community concluded the Russians will interfere again. This is why full investigation is important to country. Please stop.

— Adam Schiff (@RepAdamSchiff) March 20, 2017

The Hill noted the exchange took place just hours before FBI Director James Comey was scheduled to appear before Schiff's committee and testify about Russia and the election.

The hearing was also expected to address Trump's claim that Obama wiretapped Trump Tower before the election.

Meanwhile, Schiff slammed Trump for his accusations against the former president.

As you will see during our hearing, Mr. President, there is no evidence Mr. Obama tapped your phones. This is what is called "fiction."

— Adam Schiff (@RepAdamSchiff) March 20, 2017

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