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Son Seeks Presidential Pardon for Father’s Fraud Conviction

1/29/2026

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Steven McBee says his family was targeted by federal prosecutors and seeks a presidential pardon for Steve McBee Sr.
Steve McBee Sr. is serving a two-year sentence for a multimillion-dollar crop-insurance fraud scheme.
On the Like a Farmer podcast, McBee describes the pardon process as complex, requiring extensive documentation and networking.
He notes the emotional toll and that his father remains positive despite federal prison.

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Steven McBee says his family was targeted by federal prosecutors and seeks a presidential pardon for Steve McBee Sr.
Steve McBee Sr. is serving a two-year sentence for a multimillion-dollar crop-insurance fraud scheme.
On the Like a Farmer podcast, McBee describes the pardon process as complex, requiring extensive documentation and networking.
He notes the emotional toll and that his father remains positive despite federal prison.