presidential clemency
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 Commutes Prison Sentence of Former Congressman George Santos After Fraud Conviction
Oct 18, 2025 09:56 am CST
President Donald Trump has commuted the prison sentence of former Republican congressman George Santos, who was serving over seven years for wire fraud and identity theft. Santos, expelled from Congress in 2023, had misused campaign donations for personal luxuries and fabricated significant portions of his biography. This presidential action reduces his sentence while maintaining the original conviction.