Presidential Pardon: A Constitutional Authority The U.S. Constitution grants presidents the power to issue pardons for federal crimes, excluding cases of impeachment. Over the years, presidents have used this authority to pardon political allies, friends, and donors. However, Biden's pardon of his son represents a significant departure from historical norms. In a statement, President Biden claimed that his son’s legal troubles stemmed from poli
Presidential Pardon: A Constitutional Authority The U.S. Constitution grants presidents the power to issue pardons for federal crimes, excluding cases of impeachment. Over the years, presidents have used this authority to pardon political allies, friends, and donors. However, Biden's pardon of his son represents a significant departure from historical norms. In a statement, President Biden claimed that his son’s legal troubles stemmed from poli