<em>The Atlantic</em> Daily: Sessions and Secrets
The attorney general’s contact with Russia, the GOP’s health-care plan, DNA discoveries, and more.
What We’re Following
Sessions and Russia: The U.S. attorney general and former adviser to Trump’s presidential campaign has recused himself from the federal investigation into Russia’s alleged interference with the U.S. election. After last night’s revelation that—contrary to Session’s statements—he was in contact with Russia’s ambassador during the campaign, from both Dem and GOP lawmakers to resign or recuse himself. Though the story seems to parallel the events leading to Mike Flynn’s firing last month, Trump has expressed “total” confidence in Sessions, so there’s no indication he’ll step down—but if strikes again, you can find our latest coverage .
