Granting Pardon to Stephen E. Buyer

President Donald J. Trump has issued a full, complete, and unconditional pardon to Stephen E. Buyer, a former Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Indiana and a former Judge Advocate General (JAG) in the United States Army.The proclamation, signed on June 4, 2026, cites Buyer’s "distinguished and highly productive" career in both military and public service as the primary reason for the executive clemency.Constitutional Authority: The President acted pursuant to his powers under Article II, Section 2 of the Constitution.Widespread Congressional Support: The pardon was granted following the "complete and total endorsement" of a large group of current and former lawmakers.Notable Endorsers: The list of individuals recommending the pardon includes:Current Senators: Roger Wicker and Lindsey Graham.Former House Speakers: John Boehner.Former Leadership: Tom DeLay, Rick Santorum, and Richard Burr.House Members: Tom Cole, Pete Sessions, Marlin Stutzman, and many others.Implementation: The Attorney General has been directed to immediately administer and issue the certificate of pardon.The pardon marks a definitive end to the legal challenges faced by the former Congressman, with the administration emphasizing his decades of service to the state of Indiana and the U.S. Armed Forces.Key Details of the Pardon: