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To: piytar

Nope. The President’s pardon power under Article II, Section 2 of the Constitution is limited to “Offences against the United States.” Most state governors have the power to pardon state offenses, but many are limited (e.g., in Georgia, you have to complete your sentence AND pardon must be recommended by the pardon review board before the governor can issue a pardon).

Federalism. It is why both the state and feds can prosecute you for the same crime. If you are acquitted in state court you can still be prosecuted in federal court and visa versa and no double jeopardy defense will apply.


121 posted on 06/11/2024 10:16:53 AM PDT by kennedy (No relation to those other Kennedys.)
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To: kennedy

I know that’s what it says. But in practical terms a US President has plenary pardon authority. History proves this. And of course a President can make a call to a State Governor. What, are you now going to argue a State Governor doesn’t have pardon powers?

C’mon.


133 posted on 06/11/2024 10:32:38 AM PDT by piytar
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To: kennedy

And you really think they’re playing by the rules anymore? Laughable.


137 posted on 06/11/2024 10:45:53 AM PDT by piytar
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