Brokers offer felons path to Trump pardons for high cost, CBS News investigation finds
Summary
A CBS News investigation found that some paid brokers are offering people with criminal records a way to get pardons from President Donald Trump, but these services come at a high cost. The report explores how these brokers operate and the chances of receiving a pardon through them.Key Facts
- Paid brokers are promoting a way for felons to apply for pardons from President Trump.
- These brokers charge large fees for their services.
- The investigation was conducted by CBS News reporters Gabe Kaminsky and Daniel Klaidman.
- The report appeared on the program 60 Minutes.
- A pardon is an official forgiveness from the president that can remove certain legal consequences of a crime.
- The investigation explains how the pardon process works with the brokers.
- It raises questions about the fairness and transparency of paying for pardon assistance.
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