Presidential pardons issued during Donald Trump's second term have eliminated approximately $113 million in fines and penalties that would have supported programs for violent crime victims, according to reporting from The Trace shared with The Guardian.

The 117 pardons issued by Trump have erased financial penalties that would otherwise have funded victim support services, including domestic violence shelters, rape crisis centers, and child abuse treatment programs. These fines and penalties typically contribute to a federal fund designated for violent crime victim assistance.

The reduction in available funding means that victim service organizations are now operating with fewer resources while demand for their services continues. The eliminated funds represent a significant portion of what would have been available for these critical support programs.

Democratic Representative Johnny Olszewski of Maryland's second district, who previously served as Baltimore County executive, has indicated he plans to advance legislation aimed at creating accountability measures related to the presidential pardon process and its impact on victim funding.

Presidential pardons have the legal effect of eliminating not only criminal convictions but also associated financial penalties, including fines that are designated for victim compensation and support services. The practice of using pardon power to eliminate such financial obligations has drawn scrutiny from lawmakers and victim advocacy groups.