RFK Jr., Zeldin pressed by Democrats on possible roles in Trump pardons
Summary
Democratic lawmakers have asked Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin to explain if they influenced pardons granted by President Donald Trump. The lawmakers want answers by October 20 to understand if these pardons bypassed the usual review process.Key Facts
- Democrats sent letters to Kennedy and Zeldin requesting information about their involvement in Trump’s pardons.
- The requests focus on pardons given to Trevor Milton, convicted for misleading investors, and Troy Lake, convicted for violating air pollution laws.
- Milton’s pardon came after large donations to pro-Trump political groups and a committee linked to Kennedy’s health agenda.
- Reports say Kennedy may have pushed for Milton’s pardon, though Kennedy’s team denies any advocacy.
- Lake’s pardon was supported by Senator Cynthia Lummis and involved Wyoming lobbyist Jeff Daugherty.
- Critics say the pardon process was proper, but Democrats suspect political influence and are preparing for possible investigations if they gain control of Congress.
- The letters show concern about a "pardon economy" where lobbyists may influence clemency decisions.
- EPA officials deny that Zeldin actively advocated for Lake’s pardon beyond minor communications.
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