Sunday on 60 Minutes: Hidden camera investigation explores lucrative business of brokering pardons
In a Nutshell
60 Minutes' hidden camera investigation exposed a for-profit pardon-brokering industry where operators charge clients $300k–$3 million to secure presidential pardons. Brokers openly claimed influence with officials and said money, not merit, now drives clemency decisions. The findings show the presidential pardon power has effectively become a pay-to-play service for the wealthy.
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A 60-minute hidden camera investigation examines the lucrative business of brokering presidential pardons. The investigation reveals that people pay between $300,000, a million, and up to $3 million to these brokers. One individual states "I don't think you're pardoned. I don't think it'll be too difficult," while another observes "It seems that you have to have money to get a pardon these days." The segment is part of the new season of 60 Minutes on CBS Sunday.
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