Mueller team asking about Trump's business dealings in Russia

Special counsel Robert Mueller's team has asked witnesses about President Trump's business dealings in Russia leading up to his decision to launch a presidential campaign in 2015, CNN reported late Tuesday.

Mueller's team has reportedly asked witnesses recently about the timing of Trump's decision to enter the presidential race, and whether the Russians may have compromising information on the president.



Mueller is investigating Moscow's meddling in the 2016 presidential election, including ties between Trump campaign associates and Russia.

Investigators have focused questioning in some instances on Trump's trip to Moscow for a Miss Universe pageant in 2013, CNN reported. Witnesses were reportedly asked about