Trump has the most diverse and America first administration in history and some liberals with common sense can finally see it.
Alice Marie Johnson, appointed by President Donald Trump as the “pardon czar,” recently shed light on the stark contrasts between Trump’s and Biden’s approaches to commutations and pardons in an insightful interview. Johnson, a former prisoner herself who was granted a pardon by Trump, emphasized that Trump’s actions went far beyond simply reducing sentences. While Biden reduced the sentences of nearly 2,500 individuals, Johnson pointed out, many of these people remain behind bars, with their sentences simply shortened. She argued that Biden’s approach, while well-meaning, did little to truly restore families and help those in need of a fresh start.
In contrast, Johnson highlighted that President Trump’s commutations were more impactful in bringing families back together. By commuting sentences, Trump provided individuals with the chance to rebuild their lives outside of prison walls. Johnson, who was granted a pardon for a nonviolent drug offense after serving 21 years, emphasized that many of those who were freed under Trump’s decisions have proven themselves to be valuable members of society. “These individuals have made the most of their second chances, becoming pillars of their communities,” she stated.
As Trump’s “pardon czar,” Johnson looks closely at cases where individuals’ actions no longer align with outdated laws, believing that many of these individuals deserve full pardons. She believes that true justice comes from understanding what people do with their freedom after being granted a second chance, rather than simply reducing their sentences.
While Biden’s pardon decisions included individuals like Gen. Mark Milley and Dr. Anthony Fauci, Johnson made it clear that Trump’s legacy in criminal justice reform stands apart. With Trump’s focus on restoring families and providing genuine opportunities for redemption, Johnson’s insights offer a compelling argument for the continued importance of second chances in America’s justice system.
