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Defendants Cite Trump Pardon in Wisconsin Fake Elector Case

6/17/2026

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The defendants claim President Donald Trump’s pardon bars Wisconsin prosecution for the fake elector scheme.
Jim Troupis, Mike Roman and Ken Chesebro pleaded not guilty to felony forgery in Dane County.
Troupis and Roman filed motions to move the trial to Jefferson County, citing negative publicity.
The judge will set a schedule to hear arguments on the relocation and pardon motions.

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The defendants claim President Donald Trump’s pardon bars Wisconsin prosecution for the fake elector scheme.
Jim Troupis, Mike Roman and Ken Chesebro pleaded not guilty to felony forgery in Dane County.
Troupis and Roman filed motions to move the trial to Jefferson County, citing negative publicity.
The judge will set a schedule to hear arguments on the relocation and pardon motions.