Federal clemency record
Zechariah Benjamin
Summary
Zechariah Benjamin received a pardon on January 15, 2026, from President Donald Trump for convictions of distributing and aiding and abetting the distribution of 5 grams or more of cocaine base after two prior felony drug convictions, distributing 5 grams or more of cocaine base after two prior felony drug convictions, and conspiracy to distribute and possess with intent to distribute 50 grams or more of cocaine base after two prior felony drug offenses.
Clemency record · 1 grant
Pardon · January 15, 2026
Granted by Donald Trump (Republican)
Distribute and aid and abet the distribution of 5 grams or more of cocaine base after having been convicted of two felony drug offenses; distribute 5 grams or more of cocaine base after having been convicted of two felony drug offenses; conspiracy to distribute and possess with intent to distribute 50 grams or more of cocaine base after two prior felony drug offenses
Original sentence: 96 months supervised release (sentenced October 9, 2008, Northern Iowa).