• White House officials signaled that President Trump would accept new sanctions on Russia, after a revolt by lawmakers of both parties who distrust his friendly approach to Moscow.

Amid deepening investigations into Russia’s meddling in last year’s election, Mr. Trump has claimed the “complete power to pardon” relatives, aides and possibly even himself. Above, Mr. Trump at the commissioning of the U.S.S. Gerald R. Ford aircraft carrier on Saturday in Norfolk, Va.

He also wrongly tweeted that The New York Times had “foiled” the U.S. military’s attempt to kill Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi, the leader of the Islamic State. Here are the facts.

And the White House is restructuring its communications operation, with Sean Spicer’s colorful run as press secretary coming to an end. Here are some of his memorable moments.