Grimm caught threatening reporter

Rep. Michael Grimm (R-N.Y.) threatened a reporter during an on-camera interview following Tuesday’s State of the Union address.

Grimm stormed off camera after a NY1 reporter began to ask him about allegations of campaign finance improprieties, only to return and get in the reporter’s face.

{mosads}The cable news channel’s political director tweeted that Grimm threatened the reporter.

Grimm has faced a series of questions about his campaign finances in recent years. The outburst could hurt his reelection chances in a Staten Island-based swing district.

The congressman was unapologetic following the confrontation.

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