Paul Manafort

"This is a case that should never have been brought because the dismissed indictment is a clear violation of New York law."

Trump had earlier commuted the criminal sentence of Stone, who was convicted of lying under oath to lawmakers.

A New York appeals court on Thursday upheld the dismissal of state fraud charges against Paul Manafort.

WikiLeaks played a key role in Russia's effort to assist Republican Trump against Democrat Hillary Clinton.

"Mr. Manafort is 71 years old and suffers from several preexisting health conditions, including high blood pressure, liver disease, and respiratory ailments."

"Thus, it is critical that the BOP immediately review, process, and transfer Mr. Manafort to home confinement."