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Trump's Pardon Power: Giuliani Joins Controversial List

11/17/2025

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U.S. President Donald Trump granted a pardon to Rudy Giuliani last Monday.
The move followed more than seventy pardons, including some for individuals with federal charges, many for allies tied to the 2020 election overturn efforts.
Observers warn of a 'friends-and-family' approach and a growing 'pardon economy'.
This spring, Trump replaced the pardon office head after she refused to reinstate gun rights for Mel Gibson.

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U.S. President Donald Trump granted a pardon to Rudy Giuliani last Monday.
The move followed more than seventy pardons, including some for individuals with federal charges, many for allies tied to the 2020 election overturn efforts.
Observers warn of a 'friends-and-family' approach and a growing 'pardon economy'.
This spring, Trump replaced the pardon office head after she refused to reinstate gun rights for Mel Gibson.