Global Politics Report Editorial
Democrats launch probe on whether Trump pardons were 'pay-to-play'
Sen. Peter Welch (D-Vt.) and Rep. Dave Min (D-Calif.) on Thursday sent letters to 17 people who received pardons or commutations from President Trump, asking whether the president granted them leniency under "pay-for-play" circumstances. The lawmakers said the individuals got...
Key Data
Key people or organizations: Democrats, Trump, Sen, Peter Welch
Specific figures mentioned: 17
Story focus: Democrats launch probe on whether Trump pardons were 'pay-to-play'
Source context: Sen. Peter Welch (D-Vt.) and Rep. Dave Min (D-Calif.) on Thursday sent letters to 17 people who received pardons or commutations from President...
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This affects the balance of power, policy debate or public trust.
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Original source: The Hill