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Texans renew call for Trump to pardon GOP consultant Michael Shirley

Supporters in Texas are urging President Trump to pardon Republican political consultant Michael Shirley after a Trump administration settlement with the IRS that included a $1.8 billion fund described as for "political prisoners."

Published May 19, 2026, 10:18 AM EDT | WFMZZ

After a Trump administration settlement with the IRS that included a new $1.8 billion fund described as for "political prisoners," Texans are again urging President Trump to pardon Texas-based Republican political consultant Michael Shirley. Supporters say the settlement’s provisions bolster their push for clemency for Shirley.

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