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Then-national security adviser Michael Flynn, senior adviser Jared Kushner and President Trump. Flynn pleaded guilty to lying to the FBI. Now, the focus moves to what he told investigators. Brendan Smialowski/AFP/Getty Images hide caption

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Politics

Logan Act Lingers For Others In Russia Probe, As All Eyes Look Up The Trump Ladder

February 14, 2017 • The White House says it is confident former national security adviser Michael Flynn said "nothing wrong or inappropriate" to the Russian ambassador. Releasing the transcript would help clear that up.

Why The GOP Iran Letter Is Spurring Debate Over An 18th Century Law

Its doubtful that Arkansas Sen. Tom Cotton (right) will face legal consequences for the letter he wrote to Iran. The Logan Act hasn't been used to prosecute anyone since it was passed more than 200 years ago. Lauren Victoria Burke/AP hide caption

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Why The GOP Iran Letter Is Spurring Debate Over An 18th Century Law

March 11, 2015 • The Logan Act prevents "unauthorized citizens" from meddling in foreign affairs. There's a petition to charge the 47 senators who signed the letter, but no one has ever been prosecuted under the law.