A six-part series on the obstruction investigation The Mueller Report Illustrated Chapter 1 ‘This Russia thing is far from over’ Shortly after taking office, President Trump senses the danger from the building Russia investigation — and moves to try to contain it. About the series Special counsel Robert S. Mueller III spent nearly two years investigating Russia’s interference in the 2016 election and whether President Trump obstructed the inquiry. On Jan. 26, senior Justice Department officials Sally Yates and Mary McCord met with White House Counsel Donald McGahn at the White House. This was serious: The White House now knew that the FBI was examining Flynn’s interactions with the Russian ambassador. Trump “Now that we fired Flynn, the Russia thing is over.” Christie “No way ... this Russia thing is far from over.” Trump “What do you mean?

Source: Washington Post December 03, 2019 11:09 UTC