Comey is aware that federal law requires him to report any real or perceived attempts to interfere with an on-going investigation to the Attorney General.  He said he felt that the President was "directing" him to stop the investigation of Flynn.  Why didn't he report it to the AG?  According to Comey, it was because he was aware of some "facts" that indicated that AG Sessions would recuse himself soon.  


Anybody out there in the same position, would put yourself in jeopardy and not report?  I think not.  Most reasonable people would not risk jail time and report regardless of whether our boss will recuse, resign, retire or be fired.  Who cares!  NOT COMEY.  He does not report and gives a lame excuse.  That's worth a couple of years jail time and the cancelling of his license to practice law as required by law.