Sean Spicer had all he could take from Trump
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Sean Spicer submitted his resignation as the White House spokesman shortly after President Trump named Anthony Scaramucci as the new communications director.
Spicey was not a bright guy, but he became a legend. I hate to see him go, but his memory will live on. Melissa McCarthy can retire her “Saturday Night Live” Sean Spicer costume.
I would love to see him dish the dirt on Trump and his extremely dysfunctional White House, but these people often don’t. They are so misguided that they won’t even be honest when given the chance. Of course, knowing Trump, Spicer may have had to sign a nondisclosure agreement.
Michael Poquette
This is the most incompetent administration in the history of our country. The entire world — except for Trump supporters — is laughing at us.
Kyle Lawrence
I don’t know whether to pity Spicer for taking the job in the first place, or to applaud him for finally showing what little bit of self-esteem he had left.
Jack Candy
Congratulations, Spicer. The good news is that you can reclaim your soul, self-esteem and dignity, and start to rehabilitate your credibility.
Edward Scott
I felt bad for Spicer from day one. Having to stand in front of cameras and lie for the boy-president is a new kind of hell. Thanks for trying, Sean, you lasted longer than I thought.
Ron Schofield
With all the politics and passion in Washington, we sometimes forget these people are public servants, sacrificing a lot to try to do what’s good for the country. Although I’m a Democrat and no fan of Trump, I had a weird admiration for Spicer. He really put a lot into an impossible job. The president would say things like the sun came up in the West this morning, then push Spicer to try to explain why this is true. For a long time he did everything to make it work, then he finally said I’m out of here — both speak to the fact that he’s a solid guy.
Jerry Schulz TWITTER @USATOPINION
Our followers shared their thoughts on White House spokesman Sean Spicer resigning.
So much for loyalty. The others on President Trump’s team should take note. Trump is a user.
@Casandra050
So Spicer was able to sell his integrity and soul for six months, but this is where he drew he line?
@KaylinWinters2
We’ll miss you, Spicer. Not too many people can take the abuse you took from the mainstream news media.
@LindaVipond
This job is set up to fail. Doesn’t matter who fills it. Spicer gave it a shot, but look what he had to work with! Anyone would have failed.
@MyBeachChair
Spicer was already on his way out. He just needed an opportunity to look redeemed while claiming he’s resigning on his own terms.
@NoumThe
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