Trump's Troubling Pardon of Jonathan Braun Raises Questions About the Kushners

The New York Times investigation into former President Donald Trump's pardon of Jonathan Braun, a marijuana smuggler with ongoing legal problems, reveals three key takeaways. Firstly, the commutation undermined a federal criminal investigation into predatory lenders, as prosecutors lost leverage over Braun, who had been negotiating a deal to cooperate. Secondly, the case exposed shortcomings in the justice system, as Braun was allowed to be free for nearly a decade while engaging in predatory lending activities. Lastly, the Kushner family had a role in the pardon process, with Braun's family using their ties to Jared Kushner to secure the commutation.