The Manafort Controversy and Russian Interference

The chapter delves into Paul Manafort's connection to Russian interference in the 2016 election, his ties to Russian oligarchs, and his role in the Trump campaign. It highlights Manafort's legal troubles, including multiple felony convictions and a guilty plea, as well as his potential return to Trump's 2024 campaign despite pardons. The chapter also touches on the broader pattern of criminal behavior among individuals close to Trump and the impending prison sentence of another White House advisor.