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points by tombert 2 days ago | 0 comments
Seems unlikely to me. We even gave up on Trump's tax returns, and gave up the emoluments clause given that he is the CEO of a publicly traded company and has multiple cryptocurrency scams. This administration has plot armor. Feel free to fill in the reason as to "why"; my opinions would likely get me banned.
[–] LorenPechtel 2 days ago
If he actually gives up power in 2029 I'm pretty sure he'll do a mass pardon. But since presidents aren't supposed to pardon themselves I wouldn't be surprised if it can be struck down.
[–] jacquesm 2 days ago
What's good for the goose is good for the gander, they could simply decide that those things that trump did weren't legal including his pardons. Sure, there will be a lot of pushback but if nothing is done against this kind of behavior you can set your watch for the next installment of fascism light.
[–] LorenPechtel 1 day ago
I do think his pardon would stand if he didn't pardon himself. But can you picture him not doing that?!