Chrisley Knows Best Star Insists on Innocence Despite Presidential Pardon

Todd Chrisley, star of the reality TV show Chrisley Knows Best, insists on his innocence despite receiving a presidential pardon. Chrisley and his wife Julie were convicted in 2022 of a $30 million bank fraud and tax evasion scheme. They were serving prison sentences; Julie in Kentucky until 2028 and Todd in Florida until 2032. However, on Tuesday, President Trump personally contacted their daughter Savannah to inform her of his decision to pardon them. In a news conference on Friday, Chrisley stated, "Even though this pardon has happened, I still was convicted of something that I did not do." This statement highlights the ongoing controversy and Chrisley's continued assertion of innocence. The pardon's impact on public perception and the legal ramifications remain to be seen. The event underscores the complexities of the US justice system and the power of presidential pardons.