Trump Considers Pardoning Chrisley Couple Convicted of Fraud

Trump Considers Pardoning Chrisley Couple Convicted of Fraud

President Donald Trump has made public comments regarding the potential pardoning of reality television stars Todd and Julie Chrisley, who were convicted in 2022 of tax evasion and bank fraud.

Key Points

  • Trump’s Comments: During a phone call with Savannah Chrisley, the couple’s daughter, Trump stated that her parents "are going to be free and clean." This suggests he is considering a pardon, although it is unclear if he has officially signed off on it.

  • Conviction Details:

    • Todd Chrisley received a 12-year prison sentence for conspiring against Atlanta-area community banks.
    • Julie Chrisley was sentenced to seven years for her involvement in the same conspiracy.
  • Charges: The couple faced charges related to conspiracy involving bank fraud and tax evasion. They pleaded guilty earlier this year after an investigation revealed they used fake documents to apply for personal loans exceeding $36 million from various lenders across multiple states.

Investigation Findings

According to court documents filed in May 2023 by prosecutors in Georgia’s Northern District Court:

  • The Chrisleys created false financial statements that inflated their income significantly between 2017-2019.
  • They utilized fake W-2 forms from several major companies, including:
    • Home Depot Inc.
    • UPS Inc.
    • Coca-Cola Co.
    • Delta Air Lines Inc.
    • Walgreens Boots Alliance Inc.
    • Lowe’s Companies Inc.
    • CVS Health Corp.
    • Dollar Tree Stores LLC.
    • Publix Super Markets
    • Target Corp.
    • Walmart Stores LLC.
    • Wells Fargo & Co.
    • Bank of America Corp.

The situation remains fluid as discussions about a potential pardon continue.

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