The petition for reinstatement reignited discussions about Rose's significant contributions to baseball versus his past transgressions.

Rose's controversial past includes a guilty plea for filing false tax returns in 1990 and earlier accusations of statutory rape, which led to a dismissed defamation lawsuit in 2016.

Rose, who passed away in September 2024, holds several MLB records, including the most hits (4,256) and games played (3,562).

In 1991, the Hall of Fame's board established a rule that bars anyone on the permanently ineligible list, including Rose, from being considered for election.

The ongoing debate about Rose's legacy highlights broader themes of redemption and the difficulty of reconciling personal conduct with professional accomplishments in sports.

A petition for Rose's posthumous reinstatement gained momentum shortly before the inauguration of a new president, who indicated plans to issue a full pardon for Rose.

Trump has publicly expressed his intention to issue a complete pardon for Rose, suggesting that Rose's gambling should have only been on his team's success.

However, it remains uncertain what the presidential pardon would entail, especially regarding Rose's 1990 tax case.

Manfred has emphasized that the current acceptance of legal sports betting does not change the responsibilities of players regarding gambling on games.

While discussions about Rose's reinstatement have taken place with the president, no commitments have been made, leaving the door open for future developments.

He confirmed that he is in regular communication with Hall of Fame chairwoman Jane Forbes Clark about Rose's case and will issue a decision in due course.

MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred is set to rule on Pete Rose's request for reinstatement from his lifetime suspension after discussions with Donald Trump.