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- The U.S. President Donald Trump lacks a clear philosophy for pardons, relying on personal connections.
- According to Tyler Pager, gaining Trump’s favor can involve political donations or endorsements from friends.
- This dynamic has drawn a surge of lawyers and lobbyists seeking influence over his decisions.
- Trump has granted clemency to Michael Grimm, George Santos, and lawyers who supported his 2020 election challenges.
