The NPR Politics Podcast Trump Uses His Office To Help A Friend
Jul 13, 2020
The commutation of Roger Stone's prison sentence by President Trump stirs up significant political backlash. It raises questions about the influence of personal ties on presidential decisions, especially amid the Russia investigation. The strong reactions from figures like Mitt Romney and Robert Mueller underscore the growing partisan divides. Amid pressing public issues, the impact of such controversies on voter sentiment remains uncertain. The discussion also touches on how these actions may shape future elections and the political landscape.
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Trump Commutes Stone's Sentence
- President Trump commuted Roger Stone's prison sentence.
- Stone was convicted of lying to Congress about his WikiLeaks contacts during the 2016 election.
Trump's Justification
- Trump justified the commutation by claiming Stone was treated unfairly during the Russia investigation.
- He compared Stone's situation to that of General Flynn and Papadopoulos.
White House Statement
- The White House statement echoed Trump's complaints about the Russia investigation.
- It didn't follow the standard commutation announcement format.