Savannah Chrisley has intensified her campaign to secure presidential clemency for her incarcerated parents, Todd and Julie Chrisley, while juggling newfound responsibilities as legal guardian of her siblings Grayson (18) and Chloe (12). The 27-year-old reality star revealed in a February 20 YouTube interview that she’s submitted a formal pardon request to former President Donald Trump through proper legal channels.
The Clemency Campaign
Key elements of Savannah’s strategy include:
- A 50-page legal brief alleging prosecutorial misconduct in her parents’ 2022 bank fraud/tax evasion case
- Letters of support from Republican lawmakers
- Public appearances at CPAC and Mar-a-Lago fundraisers
“I’m asking President Trump for a pardon because we saw constitutional violations – Georgia investigators accessed financial records illegally,” Savannah stated on her Unlocked podcast. An Office of Inspector General report reportedly supports claims of evidence mishandling.
Family Challenges
While fighting for her parents’ release, Savannah faces:
| Challenge | Detail |
|---|---|
| Parental Separation | Todd (Pensacola FPC) and Julie (Lexington FMC) haven’t communicated in 2 years due to prison restrictions |
| Financial Strain | Working multiple jobs including real estate and podcasting to support siblings |
| Legal Guardianship | Raising Chloe since age 10 while managing Grayson’s college transition |
The Chrisleys’ sentences were partially reduced in 2023 – Todd from 12 to 10 years, Julie maintained at 7 years after failed appeals. Savannah claims prison staff have interfered with mail and retaliated against her parents for her public advocacy.
Broader Justice Reform Goals
Beyond her family’s case, Savannah vows to “dismantle the Federal Bureau of Prisons” through:
- Pushing rehabilitation-focused policies
- Exposing alleged abuse in correctional facilities
- Partnering with criminal justice reform groups
“Even after my parents come home, I’ll keep fighting for those who can’t,” she told People Magazine. Her efforts come as Trump considers dozens of pardon requests following his 2024 election victory.
