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Trump's Pardons Ignite Outrage Over Fraud Victims' Losses

6/14/2025

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President Trump's recent pardons have sparked outrage as victims of fraud may be left empty-handed. Convicted fraudster Jason Galanis is attempting to reclaim $2 million through a pardon clause, raising alarms among legal experts. They warn that these actions jeopardize restitution efforts, leaving pension funds and tribes to bear the brunt of over $1 billion in losses.

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President Trump's recent pardons have sparked outrage as victims of fraud may be left empty-handed. Convicted fraudster Jason Galanis is attempting to reclaim $2 million through a pardon clause, raising alarms among legal experts. They warn that these actions jeopardize restitution efforts, leaving pension funds and tribes to bear the brunt of over $1 billion in losses.