Trump Abused the Pardon Power and Promises to Do So Again
The former president has granted clemency to over 140 people since leaving office, many of whom were convicted of serious crimes.
Trump's critics say he is using the pardon power to reward loyalists and undermine the rule of law.
Former President Donald Trump has granted clemency to over 140 people since leaving office, many of whom were convicted of serious crimes.
His critics say he is using the pardon power to reward loyalists and undermine the rule of law.
In a recent interview, Trump said he would "100%" pardon the rioters who stormed the U.S. Capitol on January 6 if he is re-elected in 2024.
Here is a list of some of the most controversial pardons granted by Trump:- Roger Stone, a longtime Trump associate who was convicted of lying to Congress
- Michael Flynn, a former national security adviser who pleaded guilty to lying to the FBI
- Paul Manafort, a former Trump campaign chairman who was convicted of bank fraud and money laundering
- Steve Bannon, a former Trump adviser who was convicted of contempt of Congress
- Elliott Broidy, a former Republican fundraiser who pleaded guilty to conspiracy to violate foreign lobbying laws
"Trump is using the pardon power to reward his friends and allies, and to undermine the rule of law," said Noah Bookbinder, the president of Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington.
Trump's supporters say he is simply using his constitutional authority to show mercy to those he believes deserve it.
"The president has the power to pardon anyone he wants, for any reason," said Jay Sekulow, a conservative lawyer who represented Trump during his impeachment trial.
The debate over Trump's use of the pardon power is likely to continue for years to come.
Here are some additional facts about Trump's use of the pardon power:- Trump has granted more pardons than any other president in recent history.
- The majority of Trump's pardons have gone to white-collar criminals.
- Trump has pardoned several people who have been convicted of lying to investigators.
- Trump has said he would consider pardoning himself if he is charged with a crime.
Trump's use of the pardon power has been highly controversial. His critics say he is abusing the power to reward loyalists and undermine the rule of law. His supporters say he is simply using his constitutional authority to show mercy to those he believes deserve it.
The debate over Trump's use of the pardon power is likely to continue for years to come.
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