Larry Hoover Sentence Commuted by Trump
The commutation of Larry Hoover's sentence has sparked a national debate about the use of presidential clemency and the need for prison reform, with many questioning the fairness and justice of his lengthy imprisonment. As the case continues to unfold, it remains to be seen whether Hoover will ultimately be released from prison or spend the remainder of his life behind bars.
Larry Hoover, the 74-year-old co-founder of the Gangster Disciples, has had his federal sentence commuted by President Trump, but he will remain in custody due to his 200-year state sentence for the 1973 murder of 19-year-old William "Pooky" Young.
Hoover was convicted in 1997 on federal charges of extortion, federal drug conspiracy, and continuing to engage in a criminal enterprise, and was sentenced to six life terms. He has spent nearly three decades in solitary confinement at ADX Florence, a maximum security prison in Colorado. Public figures such as performer Ye and rapper Drake have advocated for Hoover's pardon, citing his lengthy imprisonment and the need for rehabilitation.
The commutation of Hoover's sentence has been met with mixed reactions, with some expressing support for his release and others, including the lead prosecutor in his federal trial, expressing disappointment and outrage. Hoover's attorneys have been advocating for his release, citing his lengthy imprisonment and the harsh conditions of his solitary confinement.
Despite the commutation of his federal sentence, Hoover will not be eligible for parole until October 2062, when he will be 111 years old. His release is still subject to his remaining 200-year sentence in Illinois, and it is unclear when he will be released from federal custody.