WASHINGTON: Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison (pix) has confirmed that US President Donald Trump asked him to help gather information for an inquiry into Robert Mueller’s investigation of Russian meddling in the 2016 election.The New York Times, citing two unidentified US officials, earlier reported the request to assist in the investigation – which aims to discredit the Russia probe – was made during a recent telephone call between Trump and Morrison.An Australian government spokesman confirmed on Tuesday that the request was made, saying in a statement Australia “has always been ready to assist and cooperate with efforts that help shed …read more
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