Manafort Tax- and Bank-Fraud Trial Set to Begin

The video discusses the pre-trial information released about Paul Manafort, including emails and memos sent to Ukrainian officials. It highlights the witnesses Mueller's team plans to call, focusing on tax and bank fraud charges. Manafort's defense claims the transactions were loans, not income. The trial's outcome could impact the Mueller investigation and Trump's actions, with potential for a presidential pardon if Manafort is convicted.

What type of documents have been revealed before the trial involving Manafort?

• Emails and memos

• Phone call records

• Social media posts

• Video recordings

Who is the star witness expected to testify against Manafort?

• Donald Trump

• Robert Mueller

• Viktor Yanukovych

• Rick Gates

What is the main focus of the charges against Manafort?

• Money laundering

• Election interference

• Tax and bank fraud

• Bribery

How does Manafort claim to defend himself against the charges?

• By claiming diplomatic immunity

• By stating the transactions were loans

• By denying any involvement

• By blaming his partner

What could be a potential consequence if Manafort is acquitted?

• End of the trial without any verdict

• A major setback for Mueller

• Strengthening of the Mueller investigation

• Immediate imprisonment of Manafort