Gaetz sought blanket pardon from Trump White House: report
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Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-Fla.) reportedly sought a blanket pre-emptive pardon from the White House during the final weeks of President Trump's administration, a revelation that comes as the lawmaker finds himself the subject of a federal sex-trafficking investigation.
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Matt Gaetz Reportedly Sought Blanket Pardon From Trump In Final Days Of Administration
The Republican congressman is under investigation for alleged sex trafficking and having a sexual relationship with a 17-year
Gaetz, under investigation for sex allegations, sought blanket pardon from Trump: Sources
During the final weeks of the Trump administration, Rep. Matt Gaetz asked the White House for a blanket presidential pardon that ultimately was not granted, say sources.
NYT: Matt Gaetz sought preemptive pardon from Trump
The New York Times is reporting that Rep. Matt Gaetz sought a blanket preemptive pardon for himself and congressional allies during the final weeks of Donald Trump's presidency.
New York Times: Embattled Florida Congressman Matt Gaetz Sought Preemptive Pardon In Finals Weeks Of Trump's Presidency
MIAMI (CBSMiami/CNN) — Embattled Florida Congressman Matt Gaetz privately sought blanket preemptive pardons for himself and his congressional allies during the final weeks of Donald Trump’s presidency, two people familiar with the discussions told The New York Times.The Florida Republican’s request was viewed by White House officials as a nonstarter, the people told the Times, and was ultimately never granted.But the effort fuels fresh scrutiny …