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Trump Pardons NASCAR Racer and Son in Capitol Attack Case

8/26/2025

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President Donald Trump pardoned Tighe Scott and his son, Jarrett, for their involvement in the January 6 Capitol attack.
The pardon cleared multiple felony and misdemeanor charges against the Scotts.
Tighe Scott, 76, raced in NASCAR from 1976 to 1982, achieving notable finishes in the Daytona 500.

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President Donald Trump pardoned Tighe Scott and his son, Jarrett, for their involvement in the January 6 Capitol attack.
The pardon cleared multiple felony and misdemeanor charges against the Scotts.
Tighe Scott, 76, raced in NASCAR from 1976 to 1982, achieving notable finishes in the Daytona 500.