Mike Flynn resigned Monday as Trump's national security adviser. He came under fire for making conflicting statements on whether he discussed sanctions with a Russian official before the president's inauguration. Photo: ReutersWASHINGTON—Mike Flynn, President Donald Trump’s national security adviser, resigned Monday as he was under increasing fire over his conflicting statements about his contacts with Russian officials before the inauguration, the White House said. Mr. Flynn’s resignation was accepted by Mr. Trump after information about his Russia contacts continued...

Source: Wall Street Journal February 14, 2017 04:15 UTC