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Jho Low Seeks Trump Pardon Amid $4.5 B Scandal

5/13/2026

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Story summary
  • Malaysian financier Jho Low submitted a pardon application to President Donald Trump, which the Justice Department lists as pending.
  • He was charged in 2018 and has evaded arrest.
  • Prosecutors allege Low siphoned at least US$4.5 billion from 1Malaysia Development Berhad, paid about US$2 billion in bribes, and pocketed US$1.42 billion.
  • A White House official said Low’s request is not currently on the White House’s radar.