1998: Bill Clinton admits Monica Lewinsky affair

US President Bill Clinton admitted in August 1998 that he had an inappropriate relationship with former White House intern Monica Lewinsky.

In a televised address Mr Clinton told the American people that he took full responsibility for his actions.

BBC Archive: In this BBC News report, originally broadcast on 18 August 1998, Stephen Sackur gauges people’s reaction to the president’s admission.

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