On the morning of January 6, 2021, a lobbyist for insurance mogul Greg E. Lindberg learned that a pardon application would be considered before Trump’s departure. However, the Capitol riot disrupted the administration's operations, leaving Lindberg still imprisoned. Fast forward four years, the lobbyist is back in the clemency game, but under a new administration focusing on early pardons tied to Trump's grievances against the justice system. This time, applicants align their pitches with Trump's narrative, veering away from the regular pardon process and emphasizing loyalty, often for hefty fees.
On January 6, 2021, a White House official assured a lobbyist a pardon for his client would be considered, but the Capitol attack disrupted the process.
Four years later, the lobbyist is again seeking clemency for insurance mogul Greg E. Lindberg amid a tense political landscape and new administration focus.
Recent clemency requests diverge from traditional Justice Department processes, with applicants emphasizing their allegiance to Trump and the narrative of political persecution.
This new approach to pardons shows a shift where Trump loyalists seek to manipulate the system, leading to high fees for access to the administration.
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