Trump Pardons Former Congressman Michael Grimm After Tax Fraud Conviction
President Trump has granted a full pardon to former Rep. Michael Grimm, who resigned after a tax fraud conviction in 2014.
Overview
President Trump has pardoned former Congressman Michael Grimm, who resigned in 2015 after pleading guilty to tax fraud related to his restaurant business. Grimm, a former Marine and FBI agent, served eight months in prison. He attempted a political comeback in 2018 but lost. The pardon was disclosed by a White House official, and Grimm has faced significant health challenges since a horse riding accident in 2024. His past includes a controversial incident where he threatened a reporter in 2014, which drew public criticism.
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Analysis
- The articles maintain a neutral tone regarding Trump's pardon of Michael Grimm, focusing on factual reporting.
- They detail Grimm's criminal history and political career without strong opinions or emotional language.
- The coverage emphasizes the legal proceedings and personal struggles of Grimm, providing a balanced perspective.
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"…President Donald Trump has pardoned former New York Rep. Michael Grimm, a Republican who resigned after being convicted of tax fraud, the White House official confirmed to USA TODAY on background."
USA TODAY·1M·"…President Trump has signed off on a full pardon for former Rep. Michael Grimm of New York, according to a White House official."
CBS News·1M·"…The pardon was disclosed Wednesday by a White House official who requested anonymity before an official announcement."
Associated Press·1M·FAQ
Michael GrimmGrimm was convicted for under-reporting wages and gross receipts at his Manhattan restaurant, Healthalicious, paying some employees in cash without reporting it, and thus reducing payroll, sales, and income taxes owed to federal and state authorities. He concealed over $1 million in sales and wages between 2007 and 2010, and he committed perjury by lying under oath about his business practices.
Michael Grimm attempted a political comeback in 2018 but lost the race.
A full presidential pardon restores certain rights and clears Michael Grimm's record for the federal conviction, allowing him to vote, serve on a jury, and run for public office again.
In 2014, Michael Grimm was recorded threatening a reporter during an interview, warning that he would throw the reporter over a balcony. This incident drew significant public criticism and negative media attention.
Michael Grimm has faced significant health challenges since a horse riding accident in 2024.
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