Trump Pardons Chrisley Couple Convicted of $30M Fraud, Releases from Prison

Todd and Julie Chrisley, stars of the reality show "Chrisley Knows Best," were pardoned by former President Donald Trump after being convicted in 2022 of bank fraud and tax evasion involving more than $30 million. Todd was serving a 12-year sentence and Julie seven years in federal prisons, but both were released following the pardons. The couple and their daughter Savannah have announced plans for a new reality series on Lifetime, documenting the family's legal struggles and their life after prison. Todd Chrisley has publicly denied wrongdoing and claimed their prosecution was politically motivated. The pardons are part of a broader series of controversial clemencies issued by Trump, including to politicians, a rapper, and others. Supporters argue the pardons correct injustices and restore the family, while critics highlight the high-profile nature of the cases and potential political influences.