Twitter hires ex-FBI attorney Jim Baker involved in Trump campaign probe

Twitter has hired former FBI attorney James Baker who was involved in the investigation into the Trump campaign and its Russia links during the 2016 presidential election.

The hiring comes as the micro-blogging platform is under fire for alleged bias against conservatives, including flagging Trump's controversial tweets on glorifying violence.

Twitter's general counsel Sean Edgett announced that Baker would join the social media company as a deputy general counsel.

"Thrilled to welcome @thejimbaker to @Twitter as Deputy General Counsel," Edgett tweeted.

"Jim is committed to our core principles of an open internet and freedom of expression, and brings experience navigating complex, global issues with