Trump pardons former Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich, who served 8 years in prison
- Posted on February 10, 2025
- By Usa Today
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Trump pardons former Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich, who served 8 years in prison
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Blagojevich went to prison on charges related to trying to soliciting funds in exchange for former President Barack Obama's Illinois Senate seat.