The NAACP and other civil rights organizations have called on President Biden to pardon Marilyn Mosby, the former state’s attorney for Baltimore. Mosby is facing charges of perjury and mortgage fraud, which carry a potential sentence of up to 40 years. However, she claims that the charges against her are related to her social justice work. In a recent court filing, Mosby’s lawyers challenged the sentencing guidelines in her mortgage fraud case. Mosby gained national attention in 2015 when she charged six police officers in connection with the death of Freddie Gray. Federal prosecutors argue that Mosby has shown no remorse or contrition. The NAACP President & CEO has accused dark forces of seeking to tear down powerful Black women. The White House has not yet indicated its stance on the pardon request, citing a need to avoid tipping the scales of justice.
Lawyers Challenge Sentencing Guidelines
In the ongoing case against Marilyn Mosby, her legal team has filed a court motion challenging the sentencing guidelines in her mortgage fraud case. The lawyers argue that the guidelines are unfair and fail to take into account Mosby’s social justice work. The outcome of this challenge could potentially affect the severity of her sentence.
Mosby Accuses Dark Forces
A prominent civil rights leader, Marilyn Mosby has accused dark forces of seeking to tear down powerful Black women. In a statement, the President & CEO of the NAACP expressed concern over the treatment of Mosby and urged President Biden to pardon her. It is believed that Mosby’s high-profile prosecutions of six police officers in the Freddie Gray case have generated significant opposition.
White House’s Stance on Pardon Request
The White House has yet to comment on the request to pardon Marilyn Mosby. A spokesperson stated that the administration wants to avoid influencing the justice system and will not provide any indication of support or non-support for the pardon. It is unclear when or if the White House will address the issue.
“As Black women take their rightful places in positions of power, dark forces seek to tear down both their reputation and their work,” said the NAACP President & CEO.
“We won’t be commenting on pardons or commutations,” said White House Press Secretary.
“Prosecutors argue that Mosby has shown no remorse or contrition,” according to federal court documents.