Washington (CNN) When reality boxes in President Donald Trump, he simply chooses his own alternative, convenient truth . Jaw-dropping momentsJUST WATCHED Trump gives tacit approval to Roy Moore in Senate race Replay More Videos ... MUST WATCH Trump gives tacit approval to Roy Moore in Senate race 03:04Trump's presidency has pulsated with jaw-dropping moments. Potential political costsJUST WATCHED Chalian: Trump all but endorsed Roy Moore Replay More Videos ... MUST WATCH Chalian: Trump all but endorsed Roy Moore 01:01But retreating into his own version of political reality does bring clear political costs. "Trump is a sympathizer for men like Roy Moore because he has his own issues," said CNN legal commentator Areva Martin. "He is never going to come out and attack Roy Moore because there were 16 women who have accused him."

Source: CNN November 22, 2017 06:11 UTC