Former FBI Director James Comey wanted his opening statement released ahead of his hearing Thursday. Newsweek senior writer Max Kutner joined CBSN for a closer look at what was in Comey's statement, and how the president's pick to head the FBI might face hurdles during the confirmation process.

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