Correct me if I am wrong, but don’t you need to be convicted of something before you can be pardoned? If indicted, I seriously doubt a conviction would come before the end of BHO’s term.
No, the Nixon pardon was a pre indictment pardon for any crimes. A sitting president cannot be indicted...the only way to get him out is through impeachment. After office, all bets are off but not sure about whether the statutes on crimes tolls while he is in office.
The point here is whether Ohole pardons her or not, she could become president while under indictment. The Dems will have to decide whether she can be elected if indicted. If they think she can win even under indictment or scandal, Ohole will provide the pardon, if not or if he wants another candidate he will not.
There is no redress for a pardon, frankly it should be removed from the powers of the executive as it has no place except in a kingdom. But it is what it is.