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Gaetz, under investigation for sex allegations, sought blanket pardon from Trump: Sources
During the final weeks of President Donald Trump's administration, Republican Rep. Matt Gaetz asked the White House for a blanket presidential pardon --- a request that was ultimately not granted, according to sources familiar with the matter.
Gaetz’s seeking of a preemptive pardon for crimes that may have been committed was first reported by the New York Times.
Trump was aware of Gaetz’s request, but the idea was quickly dismissed inside the White House, sources told ABC News.
MORE: Rep. Matt Gaetz denies sexual relationship with underage girl amid reports of DOJ investigation
The Department of Justice is investigating whether Gaetz had a sexual relationship with a 17-year-old girl and paid for her to travel with him, potentially violating sex trafficking laws.
https://www.yahoo.com/gma/gaetz-under-investigation-sex-allegations-010500815.html
During the final weeks of President Donald Trump's administration, Republican Rep. Matt Gaetz asked the White House for a blanket presidential pardon --- a request that was ultimately not granted, according to sources familiar with the matter.
Gaetz’s seeking of a preemptive pardon for crimes that may have been committed was first reported by the New York Times.
Trump was aware of Gaetz’s request, but the idea was quickly dismissed inside the White House, sources told ABC News.
MORE: Rep. Matt Gaetz denies sexual relationship with underage girl amid reports of DOJ investigation
The Department of Justice is investigating whether Gaetz had a sexual relationship with a 17-year-old girl and paid for her to travel with him, potentially violating sex trafficking laws.
https://www.yahoo.com/gma/gaetz-under-investigation-sex-allegations-010500815.html
