R. Kelly’s lawyer, Beau B. Brindley, has revealed plans to seek a pardon from President Donald Trump as the musician serves a 30-year prison sentence for charges including racketeering and sex trafficking. Brindley stated that Kelly’s legal team is engaging with undisclosed members of Trump’s team, believing that Trump is uniquely positioned to combat corruption in high-profile prosecutions. Drawing parallels between Kelly’s situation and Trump’s own experiences, Brindley emphasized the urgency of the pardon request, citing alleged mistreatment of Kelly in prison, including solitary confinement and fears of poisoning.

The move for a pardon follows reports of a murder-for-hire plot involving prison officials and an inmate targeting Kelly, prompting calls for his transfer to home detention. Brindley underscored the need for external vigilance to ensure Kelly’s safety and to expose underlying corruption in his legal proceedings. The Bureau of Prisons declined to comment on the unfolding situation.

This plea for clemency comes on the heels of recent high-profile pardons by Trump, including reality TV personalities Todd and Julie Chrisley and rapper NBA YoungBoy. Kelly’s multiple convictions and concurrent sentences for grave offenses highlight the complex legal landscape he navigates, with his legal team now turning to the highest office for intervention amidst escalating concerns for his well-being.