Boosie Badazz Seeks Presidential Pardon, Engages Lobbyists

Rapper Boosie Badazz from Baton Rouge is currently facing significant legal challenges and potentially a two-year sentence in a federal prison. In response, his legal team has opted for a strategic move by hiring lobbyists to aid in securing a presidential pardon.

The Strategy Behind Hiring Lobbyists

The hiring of J.M. Burkman & Associates by Boosie Badazz marks a crucial step in his legal defense strategy. This development was first reported by LegiStorm and further covered by Complex. The lobbying efforts focus on reaching out to the administrative powers and potentially securing an intervention at the highest level.

Lobbyists Jack Burkman and Jacob Wohl have been specifically tasked with this project, as indicated on their lobbying registration form with the U.S. Senate.

Boosie’s Legal Troubles

In May 2023, Boosie was detained during a traffic stop in San Diego where officers discovered two firearms in his possession. The arrest occurred as he was in the city to film a music video and attend club events. Initially handed state charges, the case escalated to federal level following intervention by federal prosecutors.

Following an initial dismissal by an appeals court, the case was refiled and the dismissal overturned, leading to today’s predicament where Boosie has accepted a plea deal. “JUST ACCEPTED A PLEA FROM THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT ON MY GUN CASE,” Boosie disclosed on social media platform X, signaling his exhaustion with the long legal battle.

Understanding Presidential Pardons

Under the Trump administration, the process for acquiring a presidential pardon has diverged from traditional routes. Previously, applications needed multiple layers of approval via the Department of Justice’s Pardon Attorney, as described by clemency attorney Mark Osler. Currently, applications can go directly to President Trump, bypassing several formalities, leading to a mix of approaches including direct pleas and media appeals.

There have been attempts by Boosie to engage Donald Trump directly, as evidenced by his public plea on X back in January, urging the president to review his case which he perceives as unjust.