Summary
President Donald Trump claimed he pardoned Tina Peters, a former county clerk in Colorado, for her actions related to the 2020 election. However, governors and legal experts say a president cannot pardon someone convicted under state law.
Key Facts
- President Trump announced he pardoned Tina Peters for her actions in the 2020 presidential election.
- Tina Peters is a former clerk from Mesa County, Colorado, involved in tampering with voting and records equipment.
- Peters was sentenced to 8.5 years in prison and six months in jail for her actions.
- Trump stated he had intentions to free Peters despite having no power over state-level convictions.
- Colorado's Governor and Attorney General clarified that a president cannot pardon state convictions.
- Tina Peters was convicted on seven charges, including four felonies.
- The Justice Department plans to review Peters' case to boost her federal appeal chances.
