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Can a U.S. President Pardon Him or Herself? Legal Scholars ThinkThe Question Will Likely End Up in the U.S. Supreme Court.

December 3, 2024December 3, 2024

Recently, we discussed the President’s broad powers and some limitations to issue a pardon. But can a U.S. President pardon him or herself?

President Biden Pardons Son, Trump Previously-Pardoned Ambassador Nominee & Family Member. How Did Presidential Pardons Evolve?

December 2, 2024December 2, 2024

December 1st, President Joe Biden pardoned his son Hunter, convicted on federal gun and drug charges. President-elect Trump recently nominated Charles Kushner, whom Trump pardoned for tax evasion and witness tampering, to become ambassador to France. How did Presidential pardons evolve, and what are their limitations?

Pardon Me: Can a U.S. President Pardon Him or Herself? The Question Will Likely End Up in the U.S. Supreme Court.

November 9, 2023November 13, 2023

The American Democracy Minute Radio Report & Podcast for Nov. 10, 2023 Brian is gone today. This is a rebroadcast…