Trump weeks away from Presidency, here are Americans asking for a pardon from the President-elect

Following his victory in the US Presidential Elections 2024, US President- elect Donald Trump is just mere weeks away from US Presidency for the second time. At the same time, several US citizens consisting of eminent personalities are asking for ...

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As US President- elect Donald Trump eventually prepares for his return to the White House, he is facing requests for pardons from various convicted felons which include high-profile figures involved in significant legal controversies, reported Independent.

According to Independent, among those seeking clemency is Joseph Biggs, who is the leader of the Proud Boys and was convicted of seditious conspiracy related to the January 6 Capitol riots. His attorney argues that a pardon would help heal national divisions stemming from the 2020 US Presidential Elections.

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Joe Exotic, the infamous star of ‘Tiger King’ has also reached out to Donald Trump from prison while requesting a pardon and even a position as Federal Fish and Wildlife director, asserted Independent. He also cites support for Donald Trump during his first term as a reason for leniency.

Other notable individuals include Larry Householder, who is the former Ohio House Speaker and is convicted of racketeering and reality TV stars Todd and Julie Chrisley, who are eventually serving time for bank fraud, noted Independent. All of them are reportedly optimistic about receiving pardons, with their daughter actively maintaining ties with Donald Trump.

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Adding on to that, renowned rapper Boosie Badazz has publicly requested a pardon for his recent legal troubles.
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While returning to the White House for the second time, what are the requests that Donald Trump is facing?
As US President- elect Donald Trump eventually prepares for his return to the White House, he is facing requests for pardons from various convicted felons which include high-profile figures involved in significant legal controversies.

Which renowned star has reached out to US President- elect Donald Trump from prison requesting a pardon?
Joe Exotic, the infamous star of ‘Tiger King’ has also reached out to Donald Trump from prison while requesting a pardon and even a position as Federal Fish and Wildlife director.
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