Can the president legally pardon himself?

The White House is reportedly looking into the president’s pardoning powers when it comes to his aides, family and himself. Also, Sean Spicer resigned today after Trump named hedge fund millionaire Anthony Scaramucci as the new White House Communications Director.

Photo: Outgoing Press Secretary Sean Spicer waves as he walks into the White House in Washington, U.S., July 21, 2017. (Carlos Barria/Reuters)

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Host:
Madeleine Brand

Producers:
Gina Pollack, Sarah Sweeney, Michell Eloy, Amy Ta, Christian Bordal, Quinn O'Toole