presidential pardon
Trump Pardons Texas Democratic Congressman Henry Cuellar in Federal Bribery Case Over Border Policy Comments
Dec 04, 2025 09:59 am CST
President Donald Trump issued a controversial pardon to Texas Democratic Representative Henry Cuellar and his wife, who faced federal bribery and conspiracy charges. Trump claimed the prosecution was politically motivated due to Cuellar's criticism of Biden's immigration policies. The pardon adds to Trump's pattern of granting clemency to high-profile figures across party lines who align with his policy positions, particularly on border security.
Trump Pardons Former Honduras President Ahead of Critical Presidential Election
Nov 30, 2025 10:34 am CST
President Trump has pardoned former Honduras President Juan Orlando Hernandez, who was serving a 45-year sentence for drug trafficking, days before Honduras' presidential election. The controversial move comes alongside Trump's endorsement of right-wing candidate Nasry Asfura and threats to cut US support if Asfura loses to his leftist opponents in the upcoming three-way race.
Sean "Diddy" Combs Transferred to Fort Dix Prison to Complete 4-Year Sentence with Drug Treatment Program
Nov 01, 2025 06:18 am CST
Hip-hop mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs has been relocated from Brooklyn to New Jersey's Fort Dix Federal Correctional Institute to serve his remaining prison term, where he'll have access to drug treatment programs that could potentially reduce his scheduled May 2028 release date as his legal team pursues an expedited appeal.
Brazil's Jair Bolsonaro Is Going To Prison. Here Is How He Can Get Out
Sep 17, 2025 12:56 am CST
On paper, former President Jair Bolsonaro has been sentenced to prison until the age of 97.