President Donald Trump has granted a full pardon to Michele Fiore, a former Las Vegas city councilwoman and Nevada state lawmaker, who was convicted of federal wire fraud charges. Fiore was found guilty in October 2024 on six counts of wire fraud and one count of conspiracy to commit wire fraud for misappropriating over $70,000 raised for a statue honoring a slain police officer. Instead of allocating the funds appropriately, she used them for personal expenses, including plastic surgery, rent, and her daughter’s wedding. (apnews.com)
A staunch supporter of Trump, Fiore had previously served in the Nevada Assembly from 2012 to 2016 and on the Las Vegas City Council from 2017 to 2022. She also ran for governor of Nevada in 2022 but was unsuccessful. (washingtontimes.com)
Following her pardon, Fiore announced plans to return to her judicial position in Nye County, though her suspension remains under review. The White House confirmed the pardon without further comment. Nevada Democrats criticized the move, viewing it as a disrespect to law enforcement. (apnews.com)
Trump Pardons Nevada Politician Convicted of Charity Fraud:
- Trump indulta a una exconcejal republicana que se pagó la cirugía estética con el dinero de un homenaje a un policía asesinado
- Trump pardons Nevada politician who paid for cosmetic surgery with funds to honor a slain officer
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