FBI Chief Denies Obama Tapped Trump’s Phone

FBI director James Comey has rejected President Donald Trump's claim on Saturday that his predecessor, Barack Obama, tapped his phone, US media say.

Mr Comey reportedly asked the US justice department to reject the allegation Mr Obama ordered a wiretap during last year's election campaign.

He is said to have asked for the correction because it falsely insinuates that the FBI broke the law. The development was reported by the New York Times and later by NBC.

The justice department is yet to issue a statement in response to Mr Comey's reported request.