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Manafort's attorney says he appreciates Trump's support

From CNN's Aaron Cooper and Charlitta Rodrigues 5 min ago
https://edition.cnn.com/politics/live-news/manafort-trial/h_6dccdf8f0a2363a216c6340fe1a62b99

Paul Manafort's attorney Kevin Downing told reporters the team "really appreciate the support of President Trump," when asked by reporters about the President's comments concerning Manafort earlier today.

What Trump said this morning: The President answered questions about the Manafort trial as he left the White House on his way to New York.

"I think the whole Manafort trial is sad," Trump said. "I think it's a very sad day for our country. He worked for a me for a very short period of time. But you know what, he happens to be a very good person. I think it's very sad what they've done to Paul Manafort."

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"I think the whole Manafort trial is very sad," President Trump says, defending his former campaign manager as "a very good person"

4:14 PM - Aug 17, 2018

Downing also said he believes the jury is deliberating longer because it favors Manafort:

Reporter: "Do you think the jury deliberating longer favors your client?

Downing: "I do and he does."

https://edition.cnn.com/politics/live-news/manafort-trial/h_6dccdf8f0a2363a216c6340fe1a62b99