Trump Pardons Reality Stars Todd, Julie Chrisley for $36M Bank Fraud

President Donald Trump has pardoned reality TV stars Todd and Julie Chrisley, who were convicted in 2022 of bank fraud and tax evasion, receiving sentences of 12 and seven years respectively. The Chrisleys were accused of defrauding banks of over $30 million by submitting false financial documents and evading taxes while living a lavish lifestyle, including luxury cars and real estate. Trump personally called their daughter, Savannah Chrisley, telling her that the couple's sentences were "outrageous" and that "you guys don’t look like terrorists," indicating his belief that they were treated unfairly. The pardons effectively erase their convictions, allowing them to be "free and clean," as Trump expressed hope the process could be completed quickly. Savannah Chrisley has defended her parents, disputing the severity of their sentences and alleging misconduct by IRS agents during the investigation. The pardons come amid a broader pattern of Trump granting clemency to several white-collar criminals in recent weeks.