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Trump's Pardoning Spree Sparks Concerns Over Justice

6/6/2025

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President Trump is on a pardoning spree, but notably leaving out those tied to the January 6 Capitol riots. Speculation arises that he might extend clemency to those involved in the plot against Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer. This trend, dubbed “patronage pardoning,” signals a troubling shift towards prioritizing loyalty over justice, igniting fears of corruption.

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President Trump is on a pardoning spree, but notably leaving out those tied to the January 6 Capitol riots. Speculation arises that he might extend clemency to those involved in the plot against Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer. This trend, dubbed “patronage pardoning,” signals a troubling shift towards prioritizing loyalty over justice, igniting fears of corruption.