President Trump is reportedly preparing to issue pardons for individuals convicted of emissions and clean air violations, while discussions continue regarding clemency for high-profile figures such as Sean “Diddy” Combs. Sources close to the situation indicate that the president held a meeting Friday afternoon to weigh recommendations from his advisers on potential pardons.
In recent weeks, the push for pardons has intensified, with various advocates lobbying for those facing legal challenges.
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Combs is currently serving a sentence of just over four years at the federal prison in Fort Dix, New Jersey, following his conviction last year on two counts of transportation to engage in prostitution. He was acquitted of more severe charges, including sex trafficking and racketeering conspiracy.
As of Friday morning, Trump has not committed to a specific number of clemency grants but has been privately deliberating on requests, including Diddy’s pardon request, according to one source.
“President Trump is the ultimate decider on any clemency related actions,” a White House official stated in a comment to CBS News.
In January, Trump mentioned to the New York Times that Combs had written to him requesting a pardon, although he indicated that he was not currently considering the request.