[fightin kentuckian]

A Military Court is a federal court so the traitor may be in the clear

[CIB-173RDABN]

A Military Court is a federal court so the traitor may be in the clear
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If I remember my Civics classes from decades ago, “treason” is the only crime listed in the Constitution that can not be pardoned.

Having said that, treason has a high standard to prove.

[Starboard]

Not sure that’s right. A military court operates under the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ). Maybe some legal types on FR can opine on this...

[gas_dr]

In addition the president is the commander and chief by his title so one would think the power would extend to this side of the government

[OldGoatCPO]

But, he can now be forced to testify, and should he lie, he will not be protected by the pardon. If he is clearly shown to have been traitorous, he can be stripped of awards and recognition, and his name will be side by side with Benedict Arnold. That is enough disgrace. A court-martial would not have accomplished anything. But an investigation will make his life hell, especially when his unprotected staff will find themselves in the crosshairs.

[Justa]

Military jurisdiction is separate from Federal jurisdiction.