Robert S. Mueller III’s investigations of foreign money flowing into Washington could be as much a part of his legacy as anything he unearths about Russian election interference.
The attorney general has recused himself from overseeing the special counsel’s inquiry into Russian interference in the 2016 campaign and possible links to Trump associates.
In an opening statement, Paul Manafort’s lawyer sought to place the blame for the tax and bank fraud charges on others, most notably Rick Gates, Mr. Manafort’s former partner.
Jury selection begins in the trial of Paul Manafort, the president’s former campaign chairman, who faces bank and tax fraud charges in a case brought by Robert S. Mueller III.
Beyond the Supreme Court, President Trump has already put a stamp on federal appeals courts, and Senate Republicans have been eager partners in the effort.
A proposal under consideration at the Treasury Department would bypass Congress and use federal regulation to index capital gains for inflation, a $100 billion boost for high earners.
The president’s endorsement of Ron DeSantis in the Republican primary has tipped the race in his favor and shown how unwavering support of Mr. Trump can be crucial.
“We’re the laughingstock of the world,” President Trump said during a 40-minute news conference with Giuseppe Conte, the visiting Italian prime minister.