Elizabeth Holmes Seeks Pardon with Help from MAHA Movement

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Elizabeth Holmes, the convicted founder of Theranos, is finding support among allies in President Donald Trump‘s coalition as she seeks a presidential pardon. Holmes, who was sentenced to 11 and a half years in prison for defrauding investors, has captured the attention of members of the Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) movement.

Jessica Reed Kraus, a prominent figure within MAHA, recently highlighted Holmes’ case in a blog post on her Substack account. Kraus argued that Holmes’ actions have been misinterpreted, noting that she never sold her own stock and was previously cleared of charges related to harming patients. “It feels almost inevitable that this would happen,” said Stanford historian Kathryn Olivarius, referencing Holmes’ appeal as a martyr for MAHA supporters.

Holmes’s sentence is set to be reduced, with her expected release in August 2032 unless she can gain Trump’s favor for a pardon. Trump has shown a willingness to grant pardons to controversial figures, having previously commuted the sentences of reality TV stars and former politicians. Observers believe her case fits a recurring narrative in Trump’s political sphere.

Despite being imprisoned, Holmes has utilized her limited internet access to express support for fellow MAHA members, including Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. “I have been working to Make America Healthy Again since 2004,” Holmes wrote in a recent social media post. “I will continue to dedicate my life ahead to improving healthcare in this beautiful country I call home.”

Holmes has also garnered sympathy from the pro-life community, with anti-abortion activist Lila Rose calling for her release. This connection may further bolster Holmes’ attempts to rally support from those aligned with MAHA. A White House official stated that President Trump is the ultimate decision-maker regarding pardons, but the current political landscape hints at a growing network of advocates on Holmes’ behalf.

As Holmes navigates her legal challenges from behind bars, her story seems poised to resonate with a faction of Americans seeking alternative narratives in healthcare and the justice system.