nduct the investigation that Comey had confirmed in his
congressional testimony, as well as matters arising directly from the investigation, and any
other matters within the scope of 28 C.F.R. <span 
class="cmsy-10x-x-120">§</span> 600.4(a), which generally covers efforts to
interfere with or obstruct the investigation.
</p><!--l. 129--><p class="indent" >   President Trump reacted negatively to the Special Counsel&#x2019;s appointment. He told
advisors that it was the end of his presidency, sought to ha