US president Donald Trump has pardoned his former national security adviser Michael Flynn, who had pleaded guilty to lying to the FBI during the investigation into Russian meddling in the 2016 presidential election.
It is my Great Honor to announce that General Michael T. Flynn has been granted a Full Pardon. Congratulations to @GenFlynn and his wonderful family, I know you will now have a truly fantastic Thanksgiving! Mr Trump said on Twitter.
It marked the latest instance in which Mr Trump has used his power of executive clemency to benefit a friend or associate. Prominent Democrats responded quickly and angrily to the move.
It is my Great Honor to announce that General Michael T. Flynn has been granted a Full Pardon. Congratulations to @GenFlynn and his wonderful family, I know you will now have a truly fantastic Thanksgiving!
Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump)
November 25, 2020