The issue focused on recent documents released by former CIA Director John Brennan that raised questions about whether any electronic surveillance was conducted at Trump Tower during the campaign.

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On Tuesday, congressional Democrats led by House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) asked Attorney General Jeff Sessions to appoint a special counsel to investigate potential violations of federal law in connection with Trump's alleged ties to Russia. The letter came after reports emerged that investigators were reportedly investigating whether Trump associates colluded with Russian officials to influence the election.