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Fugees' Pras Michel Sentenced to 14 Years for Conspiracy

11/21/2025

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Pras Michel, a member of the Fugees, was sentenced to 14 years on November 20, 2025, for conspiracy, money laundering, and illegal lobbying tied to Barack Obama’s 2012 reelection.
Michel was convicted in April 2023 on ten counts, including campaign finance violations.
His defense sought a lighter sentence, while prosecutors sought a life sentence for financial gain.
He plans to appeal and is to surrender on January 27, 2026.

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Pras Michel, a member of the Fugees, was sentenced to 14 years on November 20, 2025, for conspiracy, money laundering, and illegal lobbying tied to Barack Obama’s 2012 reelection.
Michel was convicted in April 2023 on ten counts, including campaign finance violations.
His defense sought a lighter sentence, while prosecutors sought a life sentence for financial gain.
He plans to appeal and is to surrender on January 27, 2026.