Trump Pardons Drug Lords Amid Tougher Drug War Rhetoric

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Trump Pardons Drug Lords Amid Tougher Drug War Rhetoric
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President Trump has issued pardons and commutations to several individuals convicted of federal drug crimes, including high-profile figures like Larry Hoover, despite his rhetoric advocating for a tougher stance on drug trafficking and violence. These actions have sparked controversy, with critics questioning the coherence of his drug policy approach, which combines tough rhetoric with acts of clemency.

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