Denver sports executive Tim Leiweke, who was facing a trial on bid-rigging charges, has received a full and unconditional pardon from President Donald Trump.

Trump signed an order on Dec. 2 directing the pardon attorney to grant Leiweke clemency, which means there will be no trial to determine his innocence or guilt. Leiweke faced up to 10 years in prison and a $1 million fine on allegations he violated the Sherman Antitrust Act.

“I do not have the words to adequately convey my profound gratitude to President Trump. This has been a long and difficult journey for my wife, my daughter and me. The president has given us a new lease on life with which we will be grateful and good stewards,” Leiweke said in a statement.

Leiweke stepped down as CEO of Denver-based Oak View Group in July aft

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