Todd and Julie Chrisley were released from prison after being granted full pardons by Donald Trump — despite the couple’s past convictions of bank fraud and tax evasion . Since many were stunned at the news, Americans are wondering why the president decided to let the Chrisleys off the hook.
What Did Todd & Julie Chrisley Do?
In August 2019, Todd and Julie were charged with tax evasion and the conspiracy to commit bank fraud. The spouses were accused by prosecutors of submitting false financial documents to obtain millions of dollars in loans.
In June 2022, Todd and Julie were found guilty of tax evasion and defrauding banks out of more than $30 million in loans. However, they maintained their innocence after their sentencing.
Why Did Trump Pardon the Chrisleys?
Trump did no