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Samsung Struggles For Footing As Leader Faces Arrest
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Prosecutors are seeking the arrest of Samsung de facto leader Lee Jae-yong, on suspicion of bribery, embezzlement and perjury tied to South Korean President Park Geun-hye.
The allegations create more severe issues for the world's largest smartphone maker, which was already struggling after its Samsung Galaxy Note 7 began catching fire, prompting recalls.
Here & Now's Jeremy Hobson speaks with Ina Fried (@inafried), senior editor of mobile for Recode, about Samsung's struggles.
This segment aired on January 17, 2017.