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Granting Pardon to Stephen E. Buyer

SignedJune 4, 2026
Proclamation·Donald Trump·Pardon
Why This Matters

Stephen E. Buyer receives a full and unconditional pardon from President Donald Trump.

This means that Buyer will no longer face any legal penalties related to his past convictions.
Stephen E. Buyer and his family will benefit from the removal of legal consequences tied to his past actions.
What You Need to Know

On June 4, 2026, President Donald Trump granted a full and unconditional pardon to Stephen E. Buyer, a former Judge Advocate General in the U.S. Army and a former Congressman from Indiana. The pardon comes after endorsements from numerous political figures, including Senators and Representatives, highlighting Buyer's distinguished career and contributions to public service. The Attorney General is responsible for issuing the official certificate of pardon to Buyer immediately.

This pardon matters because it clears any legal repercussions that Buyer faced, allowing him to move forward without the burden of past convictions. Supporters of the pardon argue that it recognizes Buyer's service and contributions, while critics may question the implications of pardoning individuals with legal issues. The decision reflects the ongoing practice of presidential pardons, which can significantly impact the lives of those involved.

As the Attorney General prepares to issue the certificate, Buyer can expect to see the legal effects of the pardon take place promptly. This action may also spark discussions about the criteria and motivations behind presidential pardons in general.

Who is affected?

Stephen E. Buyer and his family will benefit from the removal of legal consequences tied to his past actions.

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GRANTING PARDON TO STEPHEN E. BUYER

Proclamations

BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

A PROCLAMATION

Acting pursuant to the grant of authority in Article II, Section 2, of the Constitution of the United States, and upon the advice and recommendation of the individuals listed below, I, DONALD J. TRUMP, President of the United States, do hereby grant a full, complete, and unconditional pardon to Stephen E. Buyer.  As highlighted by the individuals listed below, Mr. Buyer’s career serving as a Judge Advocate General in the United States Army and as a Member of the United States House of Representatives from the State of Indiana was distinguished and highly productive.  

The following individuals have given their complete and total endorsement for the pardon of Stephen E. Buyer: 

  • Sen. Roger Wicker
  • Sen. Lindsey Graham
  • Rep. Jack Bergman
  • Rep. Ken Calvert
  • Rep. Tom Cole
  • Rep. Pete Sessions
  • Rep. Marlin Stutzman
  • Hon. Bob Barr
  • Hon. Gresham Barrett
  • Hon. Joe Barton
  • Hon. John Boehner
  • Hon. Peter Blute
  • Hon. Henry Edward Brown, Jr.
  • Hon. Richard Burr
  • Hon. Dan Burton
  • Hon. Saxby Chambliss
  • Hon. Kenneth Michael Conaway
  • Hon. Thomas Dale DeLay
  • Hon. Randy Forbes
  • Hon. Jeff Fortenberry
  • Hon. Rodney Frelinghuysen
  • Hon. Louie Gohmert
  • Hon. Gil Gutknecht
  • Hon. Melissa Ann Hart
  • Hon. Doc Hastings
  • Hon. JD Hayworth, Jr.
  • Hon. Curtis T. Hill, Jr.
  • Hon. Duncan L. Hunter
  • Hon. Tim Hutchinson
  • Hon. Jack H. Kingston
  • Hon. John D. Kline
  • Hon. Bob Livingston
  • Hon. Thaddeus McCotter
  • Hon. Howard “Buck” McKeon
  • Hon. Luke Messer
  • Hon. John L. Mica
  • Hon. Tim Murphy
  • Hon. Sue Myrick
  • Hon. R. James Nicholson
  • Hon. Anne Northup
  • Hon. Ed Pease
  • Hon. George Radanovich
  • Hon. Phil Roe
  • Hon. Ileana Ros-Lehtinen
  • Hon. Jim Ryun
  • Hon. Rick Santorum
  • Hon. Bill Shuster
  • Hon. Lamar S. Smith
  • Hon. Cliff Stearns
  • Hon. John E. Sweeney
  • Hon. William “Todd” Tiahrt
  • Hon. Pat Tiberi
  • Hon. Ed Whitfield

The Attorney General shall administer and effectuate the immediate issuance of a certificate of pardon to the individual named herein.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this fourth day of June, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-six, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and fiftieth.

                        DONALD J. TRUMP

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