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Will Goodman Receives Presidential Pardon for Abortion Clinic Blockade

1/23/2026

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A presidential pardon was granted to Will Goodman on January 23, 2025.
He had served 27 months for blocking access to an abortion clinic.
Goodman described the pardon as a chance for his elderly co-defendants.
He has participated in pro-life rescues and remains critical of U.S. President Donald Trump’s pro-life stance.
He describes moving from a non-political background to activism and acknowledges the complexity and sacrifices involved.

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A presidential pardon was granted to Will Goodman on January 23, 2025.
He had served 27 months for blocking access to an abortion clinic.
Goodman described the pardon as a chance for his elderly co-defendants.
He has participated in pro-life rescues and remains critical of U.S. President Donald Trump’s pro-life stance.
He describes moving from a non-political background to activism and acknowledges the complexity and sacrifices involved.