Former Connecticut Gov. John Rowland, forced out of office in a 2004 corruption scandal and jailed twice on federal charges, was among those pardoned by Trump on Wednesday.

“I am very humbled and appreciative,” the 67-year-old Republican told WTNH-TV in a statement. “I have been blessed with a wonderful family and friends that have been through a great deal over the years. This is a wonderful final resolution .”

The former politician was one of seven people granted clemency Wednesday — including tax-evading , fraudster reality TV stars Julie and Todd Chrisley and former New York Congressman Michael Grimm, a Staten Island representative who served seven months in prison , also for tax evasion .

Rowland served two terms in the Connecticut State Legislature and three in the

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