Todd Chrisley has never been one to shy away from controversy—and now, fresh from his release from prison, the reality television patriarch is once again in the spotlight, tackling rumors

about his finances and his surprising ties to former President Donald Trump. On September 3rd, Todd, alongside his wife Julie Chrisley and daughter Savannah Chrisley, sat down

with ABC News’ Juju Chang for an explosive Nightline interview. The family, who first rose to fame on the hit reality series Chrisley Knows Best, is preparing for their highly anticipated comeback

with Lifetime’s new reality series The Chrisleys: Back to Reality. And true to form, Todd is making sure no rumor goes unanswered.

The Money Question

Early in the interview, Chang raised the elephant in the room: speculation that the Chrisleys are financially ruined after their convictions and time behind bars. “You know, a lot of people think you’re broke now and that your life is going to be completely different,” Chang said, citing years of headlines and social media whispers.

Todd didn’t miss a beat. With his trademark sharpness, he fired back: “Where would they get that? Where would you get that? Do you know how much is in my bank account?”

When pressed further, Todd declined to share specifics but left no doubt about his financial status. “It’s not what you just referenced,” he assured. His refusal to disclose numbers only added to the drama, leaving viewers to wonder just how much wealth the Chrisley empire still controls.

Savannah was quick to defend her parents, highlighting the family’s resilience. “It’s like everyone else—you guys got out and you immediately started working. You’re building your life back. And luckily, opportunities have come.”

Todd nodded in agreement, adding, “By the grace of God.” Julie, who has often been the quiet strength of the family, chimed in with a simple but powerful: “Absolutely.”

From Conviction to Redemption

The Chrisleys’ fall from grace was nothing short of dramatic. Convicted in 2022 on charges of bank and tax fraud, Todd and Julie were sentenced to a staggering 19 years combined in federal prison. Their glossy image of Southern affluence seemed to shatter overnight as headlines painted them as con artists living beyond their means.

Yet, just over two years later, everything changed. On May 27, 2025, former President Donald Trump issued a full pardon to both Todd and Julie, an unprecedented move that instantly reignited the national conversation about the Chrisleys.

Their release set off a media firestorm, with critics calling the pardon a political stunt and supporters hailing it as justice. Either way, the Chrisleys were back—and Lifetime wasted no time snapping them up for a new series.

Back to Reality

Their new show, The Chrisleys: Back to Reality, promises to document not only their reintegration into public life but also the strain, triumphs, and reinvention that come with rebuilding a fractured family in the public eye. For Todd, the cameras are both a comfort and a crucible. After all, it was reality TV that made him a household name—and it may also be the very thing that redeems him.

But Juju Chang didn’t let the family escape without addressing the political elephant in the room: Trump. Would Todd worry about alienating viewers who dislike the former president?

Todd was candid: “I don’t think that viewer really ever knew us. Our family has always been very socially liberal and fiscally conservative. I don’t agree with everything that any president does, or congressman, or senator, reality star, whatever.”

Still, Todd made one thing clear—his gratitude for Trump runs deep. “I can sit here, because I have been pardoned, and say that I love President Donald J. Trump because he gave me my family back.”

Julie echoed the sentiment: “I know not one person that, if President Trump offered them a pardon, would say no.”

Savannah: The Breakout Political Voice

While Todd tried to keep the conversation balanced, Savannah leaned fully into her political activism. Over the past two years, she has become one of Trump’s most outspoken celebrity supporters, often donning her now-famous pink “Make America Great Again” cap. Nicknamed “MAGA Barbie” by fans and critics alike, she visited the White House multiple times and even addressed the Republican National Convention in July 2024.

Her campaign for her parents’ release thrust her into a new spotlight, one far beyond reality TV. At just 28, Savannah was approached about running for political office, including a potential House seat in Tennessee. But she told People magazine in August that politics, at least for now, will remain on hold.

“I had a meeting at the White House about potentially taking over a House seat in Tennessee, and I just knew that right now wasn’t the time,” Savannah explained. “I didn’t feel in my heart and soul that I could make the impact that I truly wanted to make because I just got my life back. I’m rebuilding and figuring out who I am and what I want out of life.”

Her words reflect a maturity that mirrors her parents’ own transformation—people who have been through the storm and are now carefully choosing their next steps.

What Comes Next for the Chrisleys?

The Chrisley family’s return to television is both risky and riveting. Reality TV thrives on drama, and the Chrisleys have no shortage of it. Yet, their story is more than just scandal—it’s about resilience, reinvention, and the complicated bonds of family under extraordinary pressure.

Todd’s financial denial leaves questions hanging in the air. Are the Chrisleys truly as secure as he claims, or is their wealth a carefully curated illusion? And politically, aligning with Trump could polarize audiences, but it may also galvanize a new base of support that sees the Chrisleys as survivors of an unjust system.

One thing is certain: Todd Chrisley is not backing down. His mix of charm, controversy, and candidness has always been his strongest asset, and now, with his family by his side, he seems determined to turn the page on his darkest chapter.

As cameras roll on The Chrisleys: Back to Reality, fans can expect laughter, heartbreak, and plenty of jaw-dropping revelations. Whether you love them or loathe them, the Chrisleys are once again proving that their story is far from over.