President Donald Trump has pardoned a former NFL star who was convicted of trafficking 175 pounds of marijuana.
As advocates await action on federal marijuana rescheduling—and many people continue to endure the consequences of ongoing cannabis criminalization—Trump granted clemency to five ex-NFL players, including Nate Newton, who helped lead the Dallas Cowboys to three Super Bowl victories in the 1990s.
In 2002, however, Newton was arrested in Texas and convicted on federal drug trafficking charges after police discovered $10,000 in his truck and 175 pounds of marijuana in an accompanying vehicle. The president hasn’t publicly discussed the pardon or nature of the offense.
“I would like to thank President Trump and all of those that work under him who put this Pardon into effect,” an X account labeled as belonging to Newton posted on Friday. “Thank you Sir for taking time out of your busy day in running this country. Thank you Sincerely and may God bless You.”
I would like to thank President Trump and all of those that work under him who put this Pardon into effect. Thank you Sir for taking time out of your busy day in running this country. Thank you Sincerely and
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