Report: FBI Looking Into Pardons By Ex-Kentucky Gov. Matt Bevin

In his final weeks as governor, Matt Bevin issued numerous pardons, sparking controversy and an investigation. State Representative Chris Harris reported being contacted by a criminal investigator, suggesting an investigation was underway. The FBI also reached out to Harris. Bevin faced criticism for pardoning individuals, including a man convicted of homicide, whose brother had supported Bevin politically. Bevin defended his actions on Twitter, asserting he personally reviewed each case and denied any political favoritism. He welcomed an investigation into the matter.

What prompted the investigation into Governor Matt Bevin's pardons?

• A request from the Kentucky Senate

• A directive from the President

• A criminal investigator contacting State Representative Chris Harris

• A public petition signed by thousands

Why did Governor Bevin face criticism for his pardons?

• He pardoned a man whose brother had political ties to him

• He issued pardons after winning reelection

• He pardoned only minor offenders

• He refused to explain his decisions

What was Governor Bevin's response to the allegations of political favoritism?

• He admitted to some favoritism

• He blamed his political opponents

• He denied any political favoritism and welcomed an investigation

• He refused to comment

How did Governor Bevin justify his decision to pardon individuals?

• He claimed he did not review any applications

• He stated he would not associate with any pardoned individuals

• He personally reviewed every application and file

• He followed recommendations from his advisors

What did Bevin say about the people he pardoned?

• He would welcome them as coworkers or neighbors

• He would only meet them in public events

• He would avoid them in social settings

• He would not welcome them as neighbors