
The Loss of Pardon Power
The authority to pardon individuals for federal crimes is a major privilege of the presidency. However, once a leader’s term ends, they no longer have the power to influence legal outcomes or clear anyone’s criminal record.

The authority to pardon individuals for federal crimes is a major privilege of the presidency. However, once a leader’s term ends, they no longer have the power to influence legal outcomes or clear anyone’s criminal record.





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