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Trump DOJ settles $50M lawsuit with ex-national security aide who admitted lying to FBI

The U.S. Department of Justice reportedly settled with Michael Flynn over a $50 million lawsuit alleging politically motivated prosecution.
Flynn admitted in 2017 to lying to FBI investigators about contacts with Russia’s envoy, a pivotal detail in his legal saga.
The terms of the settlement were not disclosed, with both sides to cover their own legal fees and unspecified settlement funds to be paid.
Flynn served as Trump’s national security adviser for less than a month before being fired in 2017 for lying about Kislyak contacts.
The DOJ move to drop the case in May 2020 preceded a broader political battle surrounding Flynn and related prosecutions.
The settlement followed Flynn’s involvement in efforts within Trump’s circle to overturn the 2020 election.
The brief court notice indicated both sides would cover their own legal fees and that settlement funds would be paid, though amounts were undisclosed.
Flynn’s case history includes early admission of false statements and later attempts to withdraw his plea, fueling extensive legal debate.
The article notes Flynn’s brief tenure and subsequent legal and political prominence tied to Trump’s administration.

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