https://www.dekut.com/USA/state-charges-against-manafort-dismissed-by-judge-in-new-york/ A judge threw out state charges against Paul J. Manafort, President Trump’s former campaign chairman, on Wednesday, dealing a setback to efforts by the Manhattan district attorney to ensure Mr. Manafort will still face prison time if Mr. Trump pardons him for his federal crimes. Wed, 18 Dec 2019 16:10:52 UTC en