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Former Trump campaign chairman Paul Manafort has filed a motion requesting a hearing on media leaks that he says have put his right to a fair trial in danger.
In a motion filed Monday, Manafort’s attorneys claim that leaks of information related to federal investigations have improperly accused him of collusion with Russia and violated his Fifth and Sixth Amendment rights.
“It appears that government officials or agents intentionally provided false information to media outlets,” the complaint, obtained by Politico, reads, “knowing that the information would be widely reported and that the disclosures would unfairly prejudice Mr. Manafort in his efforts to defend himself.”
Manafort has been indicted on charges related to money laundering, tax fraud and other financial crimes, but all charges are related to work he did before joining the Trump campaign. Manafort has pleaded not guilty to the charges against him.
A federal judge last week tossed out Manafort’s lawsuit challenging the scope of Mueller’s investigation.
Manafort requests hearing on media leaks
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In a motion filed Monday, Manafort’s attorneys claim that leaks of information related to federal investigations have improperly accused him of collusion with Russia and violated his Fifth and Sixth Amendment rights.
“It appears that government officials or agents intentionally provided false information to media outlets,” the complaint, obtained by Politico, reads, “knowing that the information would be widely reported and that the disclosures would unfairly prejudice Mr. Manafort in his efforts to defend himself.”
Manafort has been indicted on charges related to money laundering, tax fraud and other financial crimes, but all charges are related to work he did before joining the Trump campaign. Manafort has pleaded not guilty to the charges against him.
A federal judge last week tossed out Manafort’s lawsuit challenging the scope of Mueller’s investigation.
Manafort requests hearing on media leaks
Poor Traitor Being on Team Orange Douche is the reason you're getting the best fairest treatment of all!