Trump Pardons 9 Convicted Emitters for Tampering with Diesel Vehicle Emissions-Control Systems
President Donald Trump has pardoned nine people convicted of violating the Clean Air Act by tampering with diesel vehicle emissions-control systems.
President Donald Trump has pardoned nine people convicted of violating the Clean Air Act by tampering with diesel vehicle emissions-control systems, a move that comes as part of his efforts to address environmental concerns and roll back regulations under his administration. The pardons were announced on Friday, marking the latest instance of Trump using the pardon power for controversial figures. The individuals affected had been convicted of tampering with emission controls on diesel engines, a serious offense under the Clean Air Act. The move is seen as an effort by the outgoing president to give new life to those who have committed environmental crimes.
