Michael flynn trumps security adviser resigns #comments

Here are some comments about Michael Flynn's resignation as Trump's National Security Adviser:

Breaking News

Michael Flynn, Trump's National Security Adviser, resigns after just 24 days in office. He was accused of lying to Vice President Pence about his contacts with Russia. #FlynnResigns #TrumpAdministration

Reactions

• "This is a huge blow to the Trump administration. Flynn's resignation is a sign of the chaos and instability that has plagued the White House from the start." - @CNN
• "Flynn's resignation is a victory for the rule of law and a reminder that no one is above the law, not even the President's closest advisors." - @TheNewYorkTimes
• "This is a huge mistake by Trump. Flynn was a key player in his campaign and his resignation will only lead to more chaos and uncertainty in the White House." - @TheHill

Analysis

• "Flynn's resignation is a sign of the deepening crisis in the Trump administration. The President's team is in disarray and his credibility is at an all-time low." - @TheWashingtonPost
• "The real question is what did Trump know about Flynn's contacts with Russia and when did he know it? The President's silence on this issue is deafening." - @MSNBC
• "Flynn's resignation is a reminder that the Trump administration is not immune to the same scandals and controversies that have plagued previous administrations." - @TheAtlantic

Quotes

• "I am honored to have served President Trump and this nation as the Acting National Security Adviser. I will always put the interests of our country first." - Michael Flynn
• "The President is disappointed in General Flynn's decision to resign, but he respects his decision and wishes him well." - White House Press Secretary Sean Spicer

Timeline

• January 20, 2017: Michael Flynn is appointed as Trump's National Security Adviser
• February 13, 2017: Flynn is accused of lying to Vice President Pence about his contacts with Russia
• February 14, 2017: Flynn resigns as National Security Adviser
• February 15, 2017: Trump announces that he will nominate General H.R. McMaster as his new National Security Adviser