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Trump Considers Pardon for Corrupt Ex-Senator Menendez

5/31/2025

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President Trump is keeping the door open for a potential pardon of former Senator Bob Menendez, who is staring down an 11-year prison sentence for bribery and corruption. Although Menendez has sought support from Trump and allies like Sen. Lindsey Graham, the chances of clemency appear slim as Menendez claims he is a victim of political targeting by the Justice Department, complicating his already tense ties with Trump.

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President Trump is keeping the door open for a potential pardon of former Senator Bob Menendez, who is staring down an 11-year prison sentence for bribery and corruption. Although Menendez has sought support from Trump and allies like Sen. Lindsey Graham, the chances of clemency appear slim as Menendez claims he is a victim of political targeting by the Justice Department, complicating his already tense ties with Trump.