Interestingly, the same judge presiding over the Manafort case is taking Patten's plea, which is taking place on a timeline that would make him available to testify against Manafort during his September trial in DC.
And, two members of Mueller's team, including senior prosecutor & former FBI General Counsel Andrew Weissman were present. talkingpointsmemo.com/livewire/muell…
And, now that the plea agreement is available, we learn the Patten is cooperating with prosecutors, including the Special Counsel team.
