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Trump's Commutation Leads to New Crimes for Braun

11/10/2025

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Jonathan Braun, a felon, had his sentence commuted by U.S. President Donald Trump in January 2021.
After his release, Braun was sentenced to 27 months in prison for various crimes, including assault and predatory lending.
His release hindered a federal investigation into his predatory lending practices.
Judge Kiyo A. Matsumoto ordered continued supervised release and treatment for drug abuse and mental health issues, with credit for time served.

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Story summary

Jonathan Braun, a felon, had his sentence commuted by U.S. President Donald Trump in January 2021.
After his release, Braun was sentenced to 27 months in prison for various crimes, including assault and predatory lending.
His release hindered a federal investigation into his predatory lending practices.
Judge Kiyo A. Matsumoto ordered continued supervised release and treatment for drug abuse and mental health issues, with credit for time served.