August 26, 2017 - Trump pardons political ally, sending message to targets of Russia investigation
Aug 26, 2017, 09:12 PM
Under the cover of Hurricane Harvey, President Trump moved to pardon a close political ally, Sheriff Joe Arpaio, who was facing a 6 month jail sentence for criminal contempt. The move by the President, without any recommendation from the Department of Justice, sent a further chilling message about his willingness to confront the courts and protect his political backers. Simon's report aired live on TRT World.