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Polis Weighs Clemency for Election Clerk Amid Trump Pressure

1/13/2026

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Colorado Governor Jared Polis is considering clemency for Tina Peters, a 70-year-old lung-cancer survivor and elections clerk serving a nine-year sentence.
Peters was convicted of unauthorized access to election machines and has been central to election-fraud claims.
U.S. President Donald Trump attempted a symbolic pardon and criticized Polis for not releasing Peters, threatening harsh measures.
The District Attorney said Polis has yet to decide and is consulting others before proceeding.

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Colorado Governor Jared Polis is considering clemency for Tina Peters, a 70-year-old lung-cancer survivor and elections clerk serving a nine-year sentence.
Peters was convicted of unauthorized access to election machines and has been central to election-fraud claims.
U.S. President Donald Trump attempted a symbolic pardon and criticized Polis for not releasing Peters, threatening harsh measures.
The District Attorney said Polis has yet to decide and is consulting others before proceeding.