Rita Crundwell, a former city official, was convicted of stealing a massive amount of money—$53 million—from Dixon, Illinois.
Her actions, involving lavish spending and years of embezzlement, deeply affected the small town's residents and economy.
President Biden's decision to commute Crundwell's sentence caused a significant public backlash and controversy.
This controversial move raises important questions about justice, accountability, and the government's power of pardon.
