Mr Mueller will have sweeping powers and the authority to prosecute any crimes he uncovers. In a written statement, Mr Trump insisted anew there were no nefarious ties between his campaign and Russia. Stocks fell sharply on Wall Street Wednesday as investors worried the latest turmoil in Washington could hinder Mr Trump's pro-business agenda. He offered to furnish a “record'' of the Trump-diplomats meeting in the Oval Office if the White House desired it. The Trump team had been asked since the operation was likely to be carried out after Mr Trump took office.

Source: Bangkok Post May 18, 2017 05:38 UTC