Former White House strategist Steve BannonWashington: Former White House strategist Steve Bannon has struck a deal to be interviewed by US Special Counsel Robert Mueller's team rather than appearing before a grand jury, CNN reported on Wednesday, citing sources close to Bannon. A lawyer who represented Bannon in an appearance before the House of Representatives Intelligence Committee on Tuesday could not be immediately reached. An interview with prosecutors would allow Bannon to have an attorney present during his appearance, as lawyers are not permitted in grand jury rooms. Earlier this month, Trump attacked Bannon for comments he made to Michael Wolff, the author of a book highly critical of the President and his family. Mueller is investigating allegations that Russia interfered in the 2016 campaign to try to tip the vote in Trump's favour, as well as any potential collusion by Trump's campaign with Moscow.

Source: The Telegraph January 17, 2018 19:30 UTC