The Latest: DC lawyer says he's representing Sessions

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Latest on the investigation into Russia's actions in the U.S. election and possible ties to Trump campaign associates (all times EDT):

Sessions has faced scrutiny over two contacts he had with the Russian ambassador during the presidential campaign.

White House Press Secretary Sean Spicer says he has yet to discuss with the president whether he believes the Russia government interfered in the 2016 election, as intelligence agencies have concluded.

Trump has dismissed investigations into the meddling and potential collusion with his campaign associates as a "witch hunt."

The White House says President Donald Trump is expected to make an announcement this week on whether any recordings exist of his private conversations with former FBI Director James Comey.

The FBI was investigating Russia's meddling in the 2016 presidential election and possible contacts with Trump campaign associates.