Donald Trump Frees Chrisleys; Savannah Now Dares Him To Golf
Savannah Chrisley just challenged Donald Trump to a round of golf, but the timing couldn't be more controversial. The reality star is under fire after her parents, Todd and Julie Chrisley, were freed from prison through a Trump-issued pardon. Critics online claim Savannah either 'paid' or 'slept' her way to get the pardon. On her podcast Unlocked, Savannah hit back, calling the accusations 'laughable' and 'disrespectful,' firmly denying any shady dealings. She insisted her parents' release came from relentless advocacy, not desperation. Todd and Julie were convicted in 2022 for defrauding banks of over $30 million and served two years before Trump's intervention. Savannah's bold defense and her unexpected Trump golf invite have taken the internet by storm.
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