After admitting in December 2017 that he lied to federal agents, Flynn began cooperating with the investigation. [Flynn’s sentencing delayed after judge tells the ex-Trump adviser he may not avoid prison time]Is the judge allowed to ignore Mueller’s no-jail-time recommendation? It’s particularly unusual where the federal sentencing guideline range is zero to six months, as it was for Flynn, a first-time offender. Many believed that was the arrangement between the Mueller team and Flynn: Because Flynn assisted the Russia investigation, Mueller recommended a non-jail sentence. Flynn’s sentencing hearing was adjourned Tuesday, with Sullivan requesting a status report in 90 days.

Source: Washington Post December 19, 2018 10:45 UTC