Former Las Vegas City Councilwoman Michele Fiore has been pardoned by President Donald Trump for wire fraud charges. Fiore was convicted last year for using money intended for a fallen police officer’s memorial for personal use. She was set to be sentenced next month but announced the pardon on Facebook. The pardon came just six days after a federal judge denied Fiore’s requests for acquittal and a new trial. This decision also comes shortly after Trump named Sigal Chattah as the Interim U.S. Attorney for Nevada, who is a friend of Fiore’s.
The wire fraud case centered on the construction of a statue honoring a fallen police officer. Fiore solicited donations for the statue but used the money for personal expenses. Dozens of witnesses, including Republican Gov. Joe Lombardo, testified during the trial. Fiore entered Nevada politics in 2012 and quickly rose through the ranks, eventually serving on the Las Vegas City Council until her resignation in 2020.
Fiore lost her bid for state treasurer in 2022 and made controversial statements, such as advocating for bringing guns into courtrooms. She was appointed as a justice of the peace in Nye County but was suspended following her indictment for wire fraud. Fiore announced on Facebook that she would be returning to her position as a justice of the peace.
The pardon has sparked controversy and raised questions about political influence in the justice system. Fiore’s case highlights the intersection of politics and legal proceedings, especially when high-ranking officials are involved.
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