By — Associated Press Associated Press Leave a comment 0comments Share Copy URL https://www.pbs.org/newshour/nation/watch-manafort-lawyer-says-no-evidence-of-collusion-with-russia Email Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Tumblr Share on Facebook Share on Twitter WATCH: Manafort lawyer says ‘no evidence’ of collusion with Russia Nation Oct 30, 2017 3:55 PM EDT An attorney for President Donald Trump’s former campaign chairman says that there is “no evidence” that his client or the Trump campaign colluded with the Russian government. Kevin Downing made the statement outside a federal courthouse in Washington where his client Paul Manafort had just pleaded not guilty to felony charges including conspiracy against the United States and several financial charges. Downing also says that charges related to his client’s offshore money transfers are “ridiculous.” Watch Downing’s remarks in the player above. An indictment against Manafort and his longtime business associate, Rick Gates, was unsealed early Monday. Manafort was released on $10 million bond and placed on house arrest. Gates’ bond was $5 million. The men will not be allowed to leave their homes except for medical appointments, religious observances and meetings with their attorneys. Manafort lives in Alexandria, Virgina, while Gates resides in Richmond, Virgina. Their next court date is set for Thursday before U.S. District Judge Amy Berman Jackson. READ MORE: Trump responds to Manafort indictment, says Democrats should be focus of Russia probe A free press is a cornerstone of a healthy democracy. Support trusted journalism and civil dialogue. Donate now By — Associated Press Associated Press
An attorney for President Donald Trump’s former campaign chairman says that there is “no evidence” that his client or the Trump campaign colluded with the Russian government. Kevin Downing made the statement outside a federal courthouse in Washington where his client Paul Manafort had just pleaded not guilty to felony charges including conspiracy against the United States and several financial charges. Downing also says that charges related to his client’s offshore money transfers are “ridiculous.” Watch Downing’s remarks in the player above. An indictment against Manafort and his longtime business associate, Rick Gates, was unsealed early Monday. Manafort was released on $10 million bond and placed on house arrest. Gates’ bond was $5 million. The men will not be allowed to leave their homes except for medical appointments, religious observances and meetings with their attorneys. Manafort lives in Alexandria, Virgina, while Gates resides in Richmond, Virgina. Their next court date is set for Thursday before U.S. District Judge Amy Berman Jackson. READ MORE: Trump responds to Manafort indictment, says Democrats should be focus of Russia probe A free press is a cornerstone of a healthy democracy. Support trusted journalism and civil dialogue. Donate now