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AP report: Justice Department settles lawsuit from Trump ally Michael Flynn for $1.2 million

AP report: Justice Department settles lawsuit from Trump ally Michael Flynn for $1.2 million

Summary

The Justice Department settled a lawsuit with Michael Flynn, who served as a national security adviser to President Donald Trump. Flynn was initially charged with lying about his talks with a Russian diplomat but later received a pardon. The settlement amount is about $1.2 million.

Key Facts

  • The lawsuit was with Michael Flynn, a past adviser to President Trump.
  • Flynn was accused of lying about conversations with a Russian diplomat.
  • He was pardoned by President Trump after pleading guilty.
  • The settlement amount is approximately $1.2 million.
  • Details of the settlement were confirmed by an anonymous source.

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