The announcement follows a clash with Senator Elissa Slotkin, who suggested that the prospect of prosecution should deter young graduates from serving in the current administration. Trump characterized these remarks as "very, very dangerous" and previously stated that Slotkin herself "should be tried." The conflict has coincided with an alert to the Capitol Police and an increased security presence for Slotkin after her team reported a surge in threats.
Tuesday, October 20, 2026
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Trump Vows Pardons for Allies to Counter Slotkin Prosecution Threats
US Politics4 hours ago
President Donald Trump announced he will grant executive pardons to Nick Shirley and other supporters before leaving office to shield them from potential prosecutions by a future Democratic administration. Trump stated he would use his clemency power "very openly, very gladly" for those he believes are unfairly treated, specifically naming Shirley, an independent journalist, as a priority. This maneuver is intended to block what Trump describes as the legal weaponization of government against his allies.
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