Trump's Pardon of Former Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich
President Donald Trump commuted the former Illinois governor's federal prison sentence on corruption charges in 2020 and is expected to pardon him. The governor, Rod Blagojevich, was convicted in 2011 and sentenced to 14 years before Trump reduced his prison term.
Key Points
- Trump commuted Blagojevich's 14-year sentence in 2020
- Blagojevich served eight years in prison
- Blagojevich was convicted in 2011 on corruption charges
Pros
- Commuted prison sentence of a convicted felon
- Expected pardon of the former governor
Cons
- Controversial decision related to corruption charges