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Trump pardons 9 for Clean Air Act violations

President Trump has issued pardons to nine individuals convicted of Clean Air Act violations. These individuals were reportedly involved in modifying diesel engines to bypass emissions controls, a practice often referred to as "rolling coal." The pardons are framed as acts of clemency for actions taken to fix their vehicles. AI

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Trump pardons 9 for Clean Air Act violations

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    President pardons 9 for Clean Air violations for 'fixing their car'