Trump’s pardons are harming violent crime survivors | Johnny Olszewski
Summary
President Donald Trump has issued many pardons during his second term that canceled fines and penalties meant to support programs helping victims of violent crimes. A new proposal aims to add rules so Congress can review certain pardons and prevent misuse of this presidential power.Key Facts
- President Trump issued 117 pardons in his second term.
- These pardons wiped out at least $113 million in fines for violent crime victims' support programs, like shelters and treatment centers.
- Many pardons went to wealthy and well-connected offenders, including a former Honduran president convicted of drug crimes.
- Critics say these pardons shift costs from powerful offenders to vulnerable victims.
- Congressman Johnny Olszewski is proposing a constitutional amendment called the Pardon Integrity Act.
- The amendment would require a congressional vote on pardons if enough members call for it, with a two-thirds majority needed to overturn.
- The proposal has bipartisan support and aims to keep the pardon power but add transparency and accountability.
- Past presidents from both parties have also faced criticism for controversial pardons.
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