Trump has exercised broad clemency authority in his second term, granting over 1,700 pardons and commutations since January 2025, often prioritizing political allies, donors, and advocates connected through informal networks rather than Department of Justice guidelines. Early actions included blanket relief for January 6 defendants and figures tied to 2020 election challenges, followed by targeted grants to individuals with personal or financial links to supporters. Recent batches, such as the 30 clemency actions in early September 2026 covering drug offenders and a Philadelphia union leader, reflect continued emphasis on cases advanced by White House pardon coordinators and external influencers. Market positioning for specific names before 2027 hinges on patterns of access, public advocacy campaigns, and proximity to administration priorities amid ongoing clemency reviews.