Donald Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner 'directed ex-National Security advisor to contact Russia'

Donald Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner is the "very senior transition official" referred to in court papers filed in the case of Michael Flynn who has pleaded guilty to lying to the FBI, sources said.

According to court papers filed on Friday, the "very senior transition official" directed former national security adviser Flynn to contact foreign governments, including Russia, about a UN resolution regarding Israeli settlements.