News StaffJanuary 20, 2021News
WASHINGTON, DC – In his last full day of office Tuesday, President Donald Trump issued a long list of commutations and pardons. Those included South Dakotans previously convicted of felonies. The pardons were supported by Gov. Kristi Noem and Sen. Mike Rounds.
In letters sent to the President in November, Governor Kristi Noem advocated for presidential pardons for some South Dakotans.
“I am tremendously thankful to President Trump for his support of these three pardons,” Governor Noem said. “The Trump administration has done an excellent job balancing justice with forgiveness, and [Tuesday night’s] pardons will provide these individuals with a second chance to continue as productive members of our South Dakota community.”