Trump Asks Israel's President to Pardon Netanyahu
President Donald Trump urged Israeli President Isaac Herzog to pardon Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who is on trial for corruption.
Cigars and some champagne — who the hell cares?
Trump made this statement during a speech at the Knesset, referring to the fraud, bribery, and breach of trust charges, which Netanyahu denies.
- Netanyahu was indicted in 2019 in three cases.
- One case includes receiving almost 700,000 shekels ($210,000) in gifts from businessmen, including champagne and cigars.
Israel's President holds a largely ceremonial role but has authority to pardon convicted criminals if unusual circumstances are presented.
Author's summary: Trump asks Israel's president to pardon Netanyahu amid corruption trial.