“Given the president’s stance, the disclosure of A.M.I.’s understanding that the efforts were campaign-related — and its promise of future cooperation — shows that potential witnesses against Mr. Trump go beyond Mr. Cohen.” NYT: The National Enquirer Publisher’s Deal in Hush-Money Inquiry Adds to Trump’s Danger. (Yes, things have gotten so crazy that we’re now looking to the National Enquirer for the truth…)

+ CNN: Alleged Russian spy Maria Butina pleads guilty to engaging in conspiracy against US.