Founder of Nikola Motor Company, Trevor Milton, Pardoned by President Trump

PHOENIX, March 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- In a landmark decision, President Donald J. Trump has granted a full and unconditional pardon of innocence to Trevor Milton, founder of Nikola Corporation. In his second inaugural address, President Trump pledged to end the political weaponization of the Justice Department. This pardon marks a step toward fulfilling that commitment.

Milton, a visionary entrepreneur who pioneered the first zero-emission semi-truck in the U.S. to reach production, was prosecuted by the Southern District of New York, led by former U.S. Attorney Damian Williams and Assistant U.S. Attorneys Matthew Podolsky and Nicolas Roos. Milton fought to expose the fundamental legal flaws in the case against him which ultimately resulted in his pardon.

The striking similarities between Milton's case and those brought against President Trump highlight systemic issues within the justice system, particularly within the Southern District of New York.

"This pardon is not just about me—it's about every American who has been railroaded by the government, and unfortunately, that's a lot of people," said Milton.

"It is no wonder why trust and confidence in the Justice Department has eroded to nothing. I wish judges would stop believing whatever the prosecutors feed them so Americans could trust the justice system again. Until that happens, our justice system will continue to erode until there is nothing left."

"The 90+% conviction rate in New York is appalling and is a result of prosecutors getting whatever they want and putting innocent people in prison. I saw firsthand the tactics they use to achieve those guaranteed convictions. I am incredibly grateful to President Trump for his courage in standing up for what is right and for granting me this sacred pardon of innocence."

With his record fully cleared and his freedom and rights restored, Milton is set to launch a documentary available for preview at www.trevormilton.com.

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