President Trump Announces Plan to Pardon Pete Rose
A New Opportunity for Baseball’s All-Time Hits Leader
President Donald Trump has announced that he plans to issue a “complete PARDON of Pete Rose,” baseball’s late career hits leader who was banned from MLB and the Hall of Fame for sports betting.
The Reasoning Behind the Pardon
Trump explained on Truth Social that Rose “shouldn’t have been gambling on baseball, but only bet on HIS TEAM WINNING.” He did not specifically mention Rose’s tax case, in which Rose pleaded guilty in 1990 to two counts of filing false tax returns and served a five-month prison sentence.
A Pardon Imminent
The president stated that he would sign a pardon for Rose “over the next few weeks.” This move would come as a surprise to many, as Rose was banned from baseball and the Hall of Fame in 1989 after an investigation determined he had bet on games involving the Cincinnati Reds from 1985-87 while playing for and managing the team.
The Consequences of Rose’s Actions
The ban was a result of Rose’s actions, which led to a permanent ban from the sport. The Hall of Fame board of directors in 1991 adopted a rule preventing people on the permanently ineligible list from appearing on the hall ballot. This meant that Rose, who was a legend in Major League Baseball, would not be eligible for induction into the Hall of Fame.
Conclusion
The potential pardon of Pete Rose by President Trump has sent shockwaves through the baseball world. While some may see this as a surprising move, others may view it as a chance for Rose to clear his name and make amends with the sport he loves. Only time will tell if the pardon becomes a reality.
FAQs
* What is the reason for the potential pardon of Pete Rose?
+ President Trump believes Rose “shouldn’t have been gambling on baseball, but only bet on HIS TEAM WINNING.”
* What is the current status of Pete Rose’s ban from baseball?
+ He is currently banned from MLB and the Hall of Fame due to his actions in the 1980s.
* What is the Hall of Fame’s policy regarding those on the permanently ineligible list?
+ The Hall of Fame board of directors in 1991 adopted a rule preventing people on the permanently ineligible list from appearing on the hall ballot.
