It’s a pay-to-play scheme, not justice, and it’s time for Congress to investigate.




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Trump is turning pardons into political currency — and the evidence is piling up fast.

Sen. Chris Murphy warned that Trump’s new pardon spree looks like “somebody is getting rich.” The pattern is unmistakable: Wealthy executives, corrupt politicians, and MAGA insiders are suddenly walking free, while massive fines and restitution vanish.

Meanwhile, well-connected lobbyists are openly advertising their access to Trump’s inner circle — hinting that a pardon is just a payment or a favor away.

It’s a pay-to-play scheme, not justice, and it’s time for Congress to investigate.

Instead of using career experts at the Justice Department, clemency is being routed through political aides, donors, and loyalists under Trump. He’s blown up the traditional pardon process.

Whistleblowers say they were pushed out for questioning politically motivated pardons. And public trust in the rule of law is collapsing. We need accountability now — before more pardons are handed out behind closed doors.

Send your letter to demand Congress subpoena lobbyists, donors, and White House officials involved in the clemency pipeline and protect the integrity of American justice before more damage is done.

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