President Trump Commutes Sentence of Notorious Gang Leader Larry Hoover

Washington, D.C. — President Donald Trump has commuted the sentence of former Chicago street gang leader Larry Hoover, who was serving multiple life sentences in federal prison. Hoover, 74, co-founded the Gangster Disciples and was originally convicted of murder in 1973, leading to a 200-year state sentence for the death of neighborhood drug dealer William “Pooky” Young.

Hoover was later convicted again in 1997 for federal charges related to leading a criminal enterprise from behind bars. As of now, he is serving six life sentences in a maximum security prison in Colorado.

The commutation was confirmed by a White House official who spoke to the Associated Press on the condition of anonymity due to a lack of a formal public announcement. It is unclear when Hoover will be released from federal custody, and he still faces his remaining 200-year sentence from his state conviction.

In recent years, Hoover has renounced his criminal activities and sought a reduced sentence with a formal petition. His case has attracted attention both for his notorious background and for his efforts to reform.

Hoover made a rare court appearance in September as part of his quest for early release. The developments come as Trump continues to exercise his clemency powers by commuting sentences and granting pardons, which have included various individuals linked to his political allies.

This story is developing, and more updates will follow as new information becomes available.