- President Donald Trump granted clemency to former New York Republican Representative George Santos.
- The clemency took the form of a commutation, meaning Santos’s prison sentence was reduced or altered but not entirely pardoned.
- George Santos had been sentenced to 87 months in prison prior to the commutation.
- The announcement of the commutation was made by President Trump on a Friday.
- Santos was described as a “disgraced” former Representative, likely referencing the circumstances leading to his conviction and sentencing.
- The action taken by President Trump underscores his use of presidential clemency powers affecting individuals associated with the Republican Party.
Source: https://www.foxnews.com/politics/president-donald-trump-commutes-former-new-york-gop-rep-george-santos-prison-sentence)
