New York Representative Urges Governor Hochul to Pardon Trump

In a bold move, Rep. Claudia Tenney (R-NY) has called on New York's Democratic Governor Kathy Hochul to pardon former President Donald Trump after he was recently found guilty on all counts in a high-profile hush money trial. Tenney, a member of the New York Bar Association, also urged Hochul to remove Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg from office.

Key Points from Tenney’s Letter:

• Pardon Request: Tenney’s letter, posted on her congressional website, argues that Bragg “used a warped version of events to push the manufactured charges” against Trump, which she describes as, “At best … legally questionable, at worst it’s criminal.”

• Criticism of Alvin Bragg: Tenney accuses Bragg of neglecting to prosecute similar cases against other individuals, claiming his sole purpose was to target Trump. She writes, “Targeting an individual, especially for political purposes, is unethical and unconstitutional.”

• Verdict Against Trump: Trump was found guilty on all 34 felony counts of falsifying business records to allegedly cover up an affair with adult film star Stormy Daniels as part of a scheme to influence the 2016 election. Despite denying the affair and pleading not guilty, Trump has vowed to appeal the verdict, with sentencing set for July 11.

• Political Reactions: Governor Hochul has not indicated any intention to pardon Trump, stating the verdict “reaffirms that no one is above the law.” However, some pressure exists within the Democratic Party, with Rep. Dean Phillips (D-MN) suggesting Hochul should pardon Trump “for the good of the country.”

• Ongoing Legal Challenges: Trump faces additional legal battles, including two investigations led by special counsel Jack Smith and another by Georgia’s Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis. It remains unclear if these cases will reach trial before the 2024 election.

As Trump seeks a second term in the White House, the political and legal drama surrounding him continues to unfold, with Rep. Tenney’s call for a pardon adding another layer to the complex narrative.

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