Donald Trump’s allies pile pressure on Russia probe

Special prosecutor Robert Mueller is facing a coordinated attack from Republicans and right-wing media

Special prosecutor Robert Mueller has come under sustained attack in recent weeks
Special prosecutor Robert Mueller has come under sustained attack in recent weeks
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Attempts to discredit the investigation into Donald Trump’s links with Russia intensified over the weekend as Republicans claimed special prosecutor Robert Mueller illegally gained access to emails sent as the US President prepared to take office.

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