Event Brief
UPDATED May 7, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET
May 7, 2026 at 6:00 AM ET
Democrats investigate whether Trump pardons were 'pay-to-play'
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Senate and House Democrats are investigating Trump pardons and commutations after letters sought documents from recipients.
WHO: Senate and House Democrats
WHAT: Democrats sent letters to clemency recipients seeking documents about payment history and communications
WHEN: May 7, 2026 at 6:25 PM ET
WHERE: USA
WHY: The investigation is triggered by allegations of a 'pay-to-play' dynamic involving pardons and commutations.
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