President Donald J. Trump shocked Washington again Friday night — freeing former Congressman George Santos (R-NY) after just 84 days behind bars.
Trump’s presidential commutation wiped away the disgraced lawmaker’s 87-month sentence for wire fraud and identity theft, proving once again that justice looks very different under Trump’s leadership than under the weaponized system of the Biden years.
Trump Steps In After “Inhumane” Prison Conditions
Santos, 37, walked out of FCI Fairton in New Jersey just before midnight. His attorney, Joseph Murray, praised the President moments after his release:
“God bless President Donald J. Trump — the greatest President in U.S. history!”
Santos’ freedom came only days after a plea letter to Trump was published, where he described being locked in “a small steel cage 24 hours a day” for his safety following threats.
“I’m not asking for sympathy,” Santos wrote. “I’m asking for fairness. No man deserves to be forgotten and unseen.”
Trump, clearly moved, blasted the Justice Department’s treatment of Santos, saying it was “horrible” and “beyond what justice requires.”
MAGA Allies Applaud Trump’s Bold Action
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA) immediately celebrated the news:
“Grateful to President Trump for setting George Santos free! He was treated unjustly and kept in solitary confinement — a punishment that amounts to pure cruelty.”
Reps. Lauren Boebert (R-CO), Anna Paulina Luna (R-FL), and former Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-FL) also praised Trump’s decision, saying it exposed the political double standards in Biden’s justice system.
Trump’s own Pardon Attorney Ed Martin said he was proud to help:
“George had no greater friend than Marjorie Taylor Greene. Thank you, Mr. President, for making clemency great again.”
Murray, Santos’ lawyer, agreed:
“President Trump is absolutely right — America is back!”
Democrats Melt Down Over Santos’ Release
Predictably, Democrats erupted in outrage.
Robert Zimmerman — the Democrat Santos defeated in 2022 — accused Trump of “lawlessness” and claimed the pardon “proved Republicans get special treatment.”
Liberal media outlets echoed the talking points, framing the decision as “corruption” while ignoring the real issue: selective justice and abuse of power under Biden’s DOJ.
“Trump stands up for fairness,” one conservative commentator said. “Biden jails his opponents — Trump gives them a second chance.”
Trump Fires Back — “He Always Voted Republican!”
In a fiery Truth Social post, President Trump defended the decision:
“George Santos was somewhat of a rogue — but there are many rogues in America who never see a day in prison. At least Santos had the courage to always vote Republican!”
Trump added that Santos’ time in solitary confinement was “inhumane” and noted that Democrats like Sen. Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) have “lied about serving in Vietnam” without consequences.
“I’ve officially commuted George Santos’ sentence, granting his immediate release from prison. Wishing you the best, George—go live your life well!”
A Message About Justice and Loyalty
While critics rage, Trump’s supporters say this move is a symbol of strength, mercy, and leadership — reminding Americans that no Republican should be crushed by a biased system.
Once again, Trump proves that he stands up for his own — and refuses to let political allies rot under a justice system that’s lost all sense of fairness.
As Santos walked free under the night sky, one thing was clear: When Trump is in charge, no American is forgotten.