“I heard that Kristi and Corey have a safe word – ‘pardon,’” Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker quipped during his remarks Saturday night.
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Trump continues to push for release of Tina Peters as Colorado governor weighs clemency
President Donald Trump continues to pressure Colorado’s governor to free Tina Peters, who is serving a nine-year sentence for a security breach of voting systems.
Virginia Dems send Spanberger bill that could let some repeat offenders out without secured bond, expert warns
Bail industry leader warns Virginia’s HB 357 threatens public safety by removing bond requirements for repeat felons. Critics say bill eases jail release.
DOJ continues Biden autopen probe despite former president being unlikely to face charges
DOJ continues investigating Biden’s autopen use for pardons and commutations, though officials say former president unlikely to face criminal charges.
Biden autopen DOJ probe presses on — though proving crime is ‘tough’
Federal investigators have been scrutinizing Biden’s use of the mechanical device, particularly in the final months of his administration for sweeping pardons and commutations.
Pardoned Jan. 6 rioter running for Queens Assembly seat
A Queens Republican who was convicted for entering the U.S. Capitol building during the Jan. 6 Capitol riots – and then pardoned by President Donald Read More
Gavin Newsom pardons criminal illegal migrant convicted for attempted murder: DHS
“Governor Newsom pardoning an illegal alien convicted of attempted murder, so he can remain in our country is absolute INSANITY,” said one official.
FBI Investigated Scandal-Plagued Virginia Dem For Taking Bribes To Push For Pardons
The FBI believed a Virginia state senator accepted money in exchange for using his position on the Senate Judiciary Committee to seek pardons for criminals, Read More
GOP states move to make church service disruptions a felony after Minnesota storming
GOP leaders are mulling efforts to increase penalties on protesters disrupting church services, in direct response to the Minnesota unrest.
Trump Pardons Five Former NFL Players, Including Hall Of Famer
President Donald Trump pardoned five former NFL players on Thursday for crimes ranging from drug trafficking to counterfeiting. Among those pardoned was former New York Read More