"Convicted felon Ammon Covino – an aquarium operator who spent almost two years behind bars for the illegal interstate transport of a shark and a stingray – and his wife, Crystal
Donald Trump signs numerous executive orders, including pardons for defendants from the January 6 riots and a delay on the TikTok ban, on the first day of his presidency last year
Ammon was offered a $300,000 package by two lobbyists to help secure a presidential pardon
Right out of the gate on his first day in office, he provided relief to over 1,500 individuals charged or convicted in connection with the January 6 Capitol riot, wiping away their legal liabilities through pardons, commuted sentences and dismissed prosecutions.
Since that initial wave, he has awarded dozens of additional clemencies, primarily benefiting white–collar offenders who are rich and well plugged in."
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First seen: 2026-09-15 ·
Last seen: 2026-09-15 ·
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