Trump’s Pardon Spree Raises Eyebrows Amid Political Controversy
Thursday, May 29, 2025, 7:22 pm
A recent flurry of pardons from former President Trump—targeting white-collar offenders and campaign contributors alike—has sparked intense debate. Critics question the underlying motives and timing, suggesting the moves lean more toward political theater than judicial fairness. It appears that in today’s political landscape, generosity can be as puzzling as it is controversial.
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The “Chrisley Knows Best” alum, 56, was freed first from FPC Pensacola in Florida Wednesday following President Trump's pardon.
Trump has so far provided no reason as to why he decided to issue a pardon for Callahan, who prosecutors had only recommended a six-month prison sentence for.
President Donald Trump has handed out a flurry of pardons in recent weeks, including some to his political and financial supporters.
President Trump has handed out pardons to convicted fraudsters who he argued have been unfairly targeted, including a number of his supporters.
President Trump issued more than two dozen pardons and commutations this week, adding to his already lengthy list granted during his second term. The clemencies include former Republican congressman Michael Grimm, reality TV stars Todd and Julie Chrisley and former Virginia sheriff Scott Jenkins.…
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