REPS LIEU, Subramanyam, and Neguse Introduce the NO Pardon Paydays ACT

September 4, 2026 Press Release WASHINGTON, D.C. — Yesterday, Representatives Suhas Subramanyam (D-VA), Ted Lieu (D-Los Angeles County), and Joe Neguse (D-CO) introduced the No Pardon Paydays Act. Trump has handed out blanket pardons to January 6th insurrectionists and those who padded his pockets – including those who engaged in acts of violence. Many of the January 6th insurrectionists who received pardons have since committed new crimes. The No Pardon Paydays Act would prevent corruption in the pardon process by requiring the Pardon Attorney to submit a review to Congress of any criminal history of the pardon recipient. It would also prohibit pardon recipients from making high dollar contributions to political committees associated with the President who granted the pardon. “Time and time again, trump uses pardons as favors for his pals and donors. This blatant corruption is dangerous to our democracy and our communities,” said Congressman Lieu. “I am pleased to partner with Rep. Subramanyam on the No Pardon Paydays Act, which would mitigate the perverse practice of paying for Presidential pardons. You should not be able to buy your way out of justice, no matter how much money you donate to the President.” “This administration is the most corrupt in modern American history. Every American is paying the price while this administration lines their pockets and dishes out favors to their friends. We refuse to stand by and watch this unfold. There must be consequences for this corruption while we work to restore the American people’s trust,” said Congressman Subramanyam. “Donald Trump has repeatedly abused the presidential pardon power to give get out of jail free cards to violent, convicted felons who assaulted Capitol Police officers on January 6th, and benefit close political allies and the members of his inner circle. This cannot stand. That’s why I’m proud to join Rep. Subramanyam’s effort to put a commonsense check on presidential pardons, ensuring regardless of who’s in the White House, the power is used fairly and responsibly,” said Congressman Neguse. Issues : Government Oversight & Ethics