R Kelly Asks Trump for Sentence Commutation | Entertainment and Celebrity News

R. Kelly, the disgraced singer behind “I Believe I Can Fly,” is seeking early release from his 31-year sentence for child sex abuse, racketeering, and producing child pornography — convictions handed down in 2021 and 2022. His legal team has formally requested a presidential commutation through Trump’s Office of the Pardon Attorney, following a string of controversial legal maneuvers, including a bizarre motion alleging prison guards conspired to kill him and that he was drugged. His lawyer, Beau Brindley, claimed they’re in talks with Trump allies, insisting only the president has the courage to intervene. As the case unfolds, the world watches to see if Trump will act — and whether justice will finally prevail. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/079234306a7d09d9