With every major news network turning their cameras to the Senate testimony of former FBI Director James Comey on Thursday, anticipation is running high over what could be said or revealed. But as of Wednesday morning, people familiar with Comey's approach claim the ousted director will likely not say definitively if President Trump obstructed justice when he pressured Comey to end the FBI probe into former National Security Adviser Michael Flynn's ties to Russia. Instead, it could all come down to how the questions are asked.
On CNN, Chris Cuomo — playing both sides — enacted how the testimony could unfold in 60 seconds. Watch below. Jeva Lange
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