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Trump Pardons Giuliani and Allies Linked to Efforts to Overturn 2020 Vote
In a significant move over the weekend, President Trump granted full pardons to over 70 of his allies implicated in efforts to subvert the 2020 presidential election, which was won by Joe Biden. This extensive list includes prominent figures such as Rudy Giuliani, Sidney Powell, and former Chief of Staff Mark Meadows. All received “full, complete and unconditional” pardons related to their actions during the election.
These individuals faced allegations of being part of a scheme to alter the slates of electors in key battleground states, including Arizona, Georgia, and Michigan, all of which Biden secured in the 2020 election.
Importantly, none of those pardoned were ever charged at the federal level, but this latest directive could shield them from prosecution in future administrations. In his proclamation, Trump stated that this action aims to rectify “a grave national injustice perpetrated upon the American people following the 2020 presidential election” and stresses a continued commitment to national reconciliation.
Trump Says Shutdown End ‘Very Close’
As the longest government shutdown in U.S. history drags on, President Trump expressed optimism regarding its imminent conclusion. His comments came after returning to the White House post-weekend at Mar-a-Lago, noting, “It looks like we’re getting very close to the shutdown ending.”
Senators Take Major Step Towards Ending Shutdown
The political landscape is evolving as Senate Democrats reached a deal with their Republican counterparts aimed at resuming funding for federal agencies after more than 40 days of shutdown. This situation has considerably impacted hundreds of thousands of federal workers and those reliant on vital programs like food aid.
Senators have negotiated a stopgap agreement to fund the government through January, marking a crucial step toward ending the impasse. However, the agreement must still pass in the Senate and the House of Representatives before it reaches Trump’s desk, a process that could take at least a week or more.
