Trump has already granted over 1,700 federal clemency actions in his second term through mid-2026, including a blanket pardon for roughly 1,500 January 6 defendants shortly after inauguration and targeted grants to figures such as Ross Ulbricht, former lawmakers, and individuals convicted of fraud or regulatory violations. These actions frequently bypass traditional Department of Justice waiting periods and remorse requirements, with outcomes tied more closely to alignment with administration priorities or access to presidential advisors. Additional batches issued in 2026, including July grants covering fraud and Clean Air Act cases, reinforce the pattern. Remaining months before 2027 could see further pardons for allies or those matching similar profiles, though no fixed schedule governs the process and outcomes remain subject to presidential discretion.