President Donald Trump has continued to grant pardons to various celebrities during his time in office, recently adding reality TV stars Todd and Julie Chrisley and rapper NBA YoungBoy to his list. The couple, known for their show “Chrisley Knows Best,” were sentenced to prison in 2022 for defrauding banks out of $36 million and tax evasion. Following their pardons, Trump asserted that they were targeted due to their celebrity status.
NBA YoungBoy, whose real name is Kentrell Gaulden, received his pardon after serving a two-year sentence for illegal firearm possession as a convicted felon. He expressed gratitude towards Trump, stating the pardon allows him to continue growing as a person and artist.
Other notable pardons from Trump include former Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich, who was convicted of corruption and previously appeared on “Celebrity Apprentice.” Blagojevich’s sentence was commuted before he received a full pardon in 2023. Actor Jay Johnston, involved in the January 6 Capitol riots, also received a pardon following his conviction for felony obstruction.
Additionally, Trump had previously pardoned hip-hop artists Lil Wayne and Kodak Black. Lil Wayne was pardoned after pleading guilty to a federal weapon charge, while Kodak Black was sentenced for falsifying information on firearms purchase forms. Both rappers expressed their appreciation towards Trump for their second chances.
This pattern of pardoning celebrities, particularly those in the entertainment industry, reflects Trump’s broader approach to utilizing his presidential power, often citing claims of unfair prosecution based on public visibility.
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