Maryland Governor Pardons 175,000 with Low-Level Marijuana Convictions

Maryland Governor Wes Moore pardons 175,000 people with low-level marijuana convictions, aiming to remove barriers to employment, housing, and education. Pardons do not erase convictions but provide psychological benefits and can prevent deportation for immigrants. There is ongoing debate about the effectiveness of pardons in helping individuals with criminal records.

Kristen Clarke - Perjury and Domestic Abuse Allegations

Kristen Clarke, who leads the Justice Department’s Civil Rights Division, was arrested and accused of committing a violent crime but had the record expunged. She faced accusations of perjury for not disclosing this during a Senate confirmation process, claiming she was a victim of domestic abuse. Media coverage has been polarized based on political affiliations.