Story highlights Errol Louis: James Comey's prepared statement to Congress makes clear that President Trump is his own worst enemy

If he's wise, Trump will simply hunker down and try to stoically endure the storm of bad news coming his way, Louis writes

Errol Louis is the host of "Inside City Hall," a nightly political show on NY1, a New York all-news channel. The opinions expressed in this commentary are his own.

(CNN) Be careful what you wish for.

Former FBI Director James Comey's prepared statement to Congress makes clear that when it comes to the ever-expanding investigation of alleged Russian involvement in the 2016 election, President Trump is his own worst enemy. Against the advice of allies and adversaries alike, Trump has repeatedly, almost obsessively, attempted to shut down Russia-related inquiries.

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The effort, predictably, has backfired.

Instead of tamping down the issue, Trump has revved up public interest. Instead of asserting control of the FBI and other intelligence agencies, he now faces a probe led by a formidable independent counsel, Robert Mueller, the second-longest serving director in FBI history.

And instead of Comey's statement clearing President Trump in the eyes of the public, he now looks like a man with something to hide.