US President Donald Trump, in an earlier interview, ruled out the possibility of pardoning music mogul Sean “Diddy" Combs, citing the artist’s past criticism during the 2016 campaign. However, the US President indicated that he was open to considering a pardon for former Republican congressman George Santos due to his loyalty.

Trump’s August statement has once again sparked public debate over how his pardon decisions seem influenced by personal loyalty.

President Trump reacts to media chatter of potential clemency or presidential pardons for figures like Ghislaine Maxwell, Sean “Diddy" Combs, and former Rep. George Santos. @RobFinnertyUSA pic.twitter.com/Hzd2ZaF2SA — NEWSMAX (@NEWSMAX) August 2, 2025

On October 3, Combs, once a close associate of Trump, was sentenced to four years

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