Trump erased $119 million in restitution for crime victims, CBS investigation finds

What happened: A CBS News investigation found that President Trump's clemency orders erased at least $119 million in restitution owed to crime victims, including small businesses and the IRS. Key numbers: At least $119 million in restitution erased. Why it matters: The reporting, by CBS News investigative reporter Daniel Klaidman, ties the clemency orders to unpaid restitution for victims including small businesses and the IRS.

A CBS News investigation found that President Trump's clemency orders erased at least $119 million in restitution owed to crime victims, including small businesses and the IRS.

The reporting, by CBS News investigative reporter Daniel Klaidman, ties the clemency orders to unpaid restitution for victims including small businesses and the IRS.