Trump Pardons Former Virginia Sheriff Convicted of Bribery Charges
President Trump has granted a full and unconditional pardon to Scott Jenkins, the former sheriff of Culpeper County, Virginia, who was convicted of taking over $75,000 in bribes in a cash-for-badges scheme. This decision has sparked controversy, as many view it as another instance of Trump rewarding allies linked to corruption. Jenkins was previously sentenced to 10 years in prison and was hailed by Trump as a ‘wonderful person’ despite his criminal record. The pardon has been criticized, with accusations of enabling corrupt behavior and undermining the justice system.
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