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Greene Slams Trump for Pardoning Fraud Convict Schwartz

4/1/2026

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Marjorie Taylor Greene criticized President Donald Trump for pardoning Joseph Schwartz, a nursing home operator convicted of a $39 million fraud scheme.
Greene described the pardon as “gross and corrupt,” citing Schwartz's neglect of patients and tax evasion.
She accused Trump of fostering a “pardon industry” that benefits wealthy donors.
During a fundraiser, Greene condemned three Jewish billionaires supporting her opponent, asserting their loyalty is to Israel over the U.S.
The victims of Schwartz's fraud remain uncompensated.

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Marjorie Taylor Greene criticized President Donald Trump for pardoning Joseph Schwartz, a nursing home operator convicted of a $39 million fraud scheme.
Greene described the pardon as “gross and corrupt,” citing Schwartz's neglect of patients and tax evasion.
She accused Trump of fostering a “pardon industry” that benefits wealthy donors.
During a fundraiser, Greene condemned three Jewish billionaires supporting her opponent, asserting their loyalty is to Israel over the U.S.
The victims of Schwartz's fraud remain uncompensated.