President Donald Trump has issued a new wave of pardons, granting full clemency to 77 individuals, including prominent figures accused of attempting to challenge the legitimacy of the 2020 presidential election. The pardons were announced late Sunday night and primarily targeted allies who supported efforts to contest election results. Notable recipients included Sydney Powell, Rudy Giuliani, John Eastman, Mark Meadows, and Christina Bobb.

The U.S. Pardon Attorney, Ed Martin, confirmed the grants of clemency, stating they aimed to address what Trump described as a “grave national injustice” following the 2020 election. A proclamation cited in the document emphasized efforts to “continue the process of national reconciliation.” The pardons followed previous clemency actions by Trump, including commutations for former Rep. George Santos and a cryptocurrency executive with ties to the Trump family.

Legal experts noted the political nature of the pardons, highlighting their personal and partisan connections. While President Joe Biden holds the record for the most clemency actions, Trump’s decisions have drawn scrutiny for their perceived alignment with allies. The move underscores the broad authority presidents hold to grant pardons without congressional or judicial oversight, a practice rooted in historical legal traditions.