AUGUST
THERE was no let-up in Trump’s ability to cause shock and upset.
He refused to condemn white nationalists who marched in Charlottesville, and said they included some “very fine people”.
Trump pardoned controversial Sheriff Joe Arpaio and also called Confederate statues “beautiful”.
The turmoil in the White House continued with the firing of chief strategist Steve Bannon.
It was also the month Trump stared directly at the sun during an eclipse, ignoring advice.
Lie of the month: “The Russia story is a total fabrication.” So far, three Trump associates have been indicted by the commission investigating the claims.