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Former Republican TN Senator pardoned by Trump after pleading guilty to federal campaign finance fraud

Former Republican Tennessee Senator Brian Kelsey was pardoned by President Donald Trump on March 12, 2025, after pleading guilty to illegal campaign finance fraud charges.
Kelsey was sentenced to 21 months in prison for an illegal scheme involving $91,000 linked to his failed 2016 congressional campaign.
The indictment revealed Kelsey's involvement in illegal campaign contributions and false finance reports, leading to his conviction.
Brian Kelsey was pardoned by President Donald Trump after serving part of a 21-month sentence for federal campaign finance fraud.

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