Trump denies Tillerson exit as Pompeo replacement talk swirls
President Trump uses Twitter to say Rex Tillerson is not leaving and that he and Tillerson work well together despite disagreements. The Times reported discussions about replacing Tillerson with CIA Director Mike Pompeo, fueling White House speculation of new departures near the one year mark.
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Flynn pleads guilty to lying to FBI over Russia contacts
Former national security adviser Michael Flynn admits he lied to the FBI about talks with Russian Ambassador Sergey Kislyak. He acknowledged coordinating with senior Trump transition officials including Jared Kushner on actions around U N security and sanctions, to influence Obama era policies.
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Flynn plea tightens Mueller probe toward Trump
Retired Lt. Gen. Michael Flynn pleaded guilty to lying to the FBI and agreed to cooperate, signaling he has provided information about President Trump or his inner circle. The development raises questions about whether Trump or aides tried to obstruct justice in the Comey firing and Russia inquiry. Jared Kushner emerges as a potential witness linked to urging Comey’s removal and the broader obstruction plot.
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