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The 2017–2019 Mueller Investigation into Trump-Russia links resulted in indictments for 34 individuals and three companies, leading to multiple convictions for campaign associates regarding lies told to investigators rather than conspiring with Russia directly. Key figures convicted or who pleaded guilty include Paul Manafort, Michael Flynn, Rick Gates, George Papadopoulos, and Roger Stone.
Key Convictions and Guilty Pleas:
Paul Manafort (Campaign Chairman): Convicted of bank and tax fraud, pleaded guilty to conspiracy against the US and witness tampering.
Michael Flynn (National Security Advisor): Pleaded guilty to lying to the FBI about conversations with the Russian ambassador.
Rick Gates (Deputy Campaign Manager): Pleaded guilty to conspiracy and lying to investigators.
George Papadopoulos (Campaign Advisor): Pleaded guilty to lying to the FBI about contacts with people related to Russian officials.
Roger Stone (Campaign Associate): Convicted of witness tampering, obstruction, and lying to Congress.
Michael Cohen (Trump Personal Lawyer): Pleaded guilty to lying to Congress regarding a proposed Trump Tower project in Moscow.
Richard Pinedo: Pleaded guilty to identity theft linked to selling bank accounts used by Russian hackers.