Pardon
Edward Snowden 'Not at All Disappointed' to Be Left Off Trump's Pardon List
The former NSA contractor was not included in Trump's last-minute clemency list.
The 73 People Pardoned by Donald Trump on His Last Day As President
Notable people pardoned by Trump today include former White House chief strategist Steve Bannon and rapper Lil Wayne.
Here Are Donald Trump's Reasons for Pardoning Lil Wayne
The rapper was expected to face a prison sentence of up to 10 years after pleading guilty to a weapon possession charge.
Donald Trump Pardons GOP Fundraiser Elliott Broidy
The outgoing president announced 73 pardons, with the former fundraiser who aided his efforts in 2016 among them.
Trump Pardons Anthony Levandowski, Engineer Who Stole Google Trade Secrets
Levandowski previously admitted to downloading thousands of files relating to Google's self-driving car project onto his personal laptop in 2016 as he was preparing to leave the company.
Pardon-Seeking Rioters 'Following My President' Could Hurt Trump's Case
The "Trump told me to" defense provides "great evidence" for a Senate impeachment trial, joked one activist.
Lawyer for 'QAnon Shaman' Asks Trump to Pardon 'Peaceful' Capitol Rioters
"The words and invitation of a president are supposed to mean something," Albert Watkins, attorney for the "QAnon Shaman" featured in viral photos of last weeks Capitol riot, reportedly said while suggesting that President Donald Trump should pardon the rioters.
Comey Says Biden Should Consider Pardoning Trump to Allow U.S. to Heal
James Comey, the former FBI director fired by President Donald Trump in 2017, said the U.S. needs to "focus on things that are going to matter."
Chris Christie Praises Work in Charles Kushner Case Despite Trump's Pardon
"Let's remember that the case was not tried. Mr. Kushner pled guilty," the former New Jersey district attorney said Sunday.
AG Barr's Quote About Presidential Pardons Resurfaces on His Last Day
In 2019, the attorney general said it "would be a crime" for a president to pardon someone in exchange for a promise of loyalty.
Roger Stone Threatens to Sue DOJ, Mueller After Trump Pardon
President Trump's longtime friend said he would file a $25 million lawsuit alleging prosecutorial misconduct.
What Roger Stone Said After Being Pardoned by Donald Trump
The political consultant gave a first TV interview following his presidential pardon to Fox News's Tucker Carlson.
Alice Johnson, Pardoned by Trump, Secures Flurry of Trump Commutations
"None of us want to be defined forever based on our worst decision," Alice Johnson said during a speech at the August Republican National Convention.
Will Donald Trump Pardon Edward Snowden? 'Anything Is Possible'
Legal experts weight in on the "complicated" possibility that the president could pardon the whistleblower before he exits the White House in January 2021.
The President Can Self-Pardon, but It Would Be an Impeachable Offense
Even if the president has the power to pardon himself, he shouldn't exercise it.
Is Trump Pardoning Assange? Pastor Mark Burns' Tweet Sends Rumors Flying
The rumored pardon reached Assange's partner, Stella Moris, who posted on Twitter that she hoped it was true.
Calls for Trump to Pardon Reality Winner Flood Twitter
Many called for the intelligence specialist to be pardoned by Trump before Snowden, noting that Winner is in prison while Snowden remains free in Russia.
Calls to Pardon Edward Snowden See Matt Gaetz, Liz Cheney Clash on Twitter
Debate has taken place on social media as multiple Republican elected officials suggested the former National Security Agency (NSA) contractor-turned-whistleblower should be pardoned by Trump.
Liz Cheney Says Trump Snowden Pardon Would Be 'Unconscionable'
The Republican congresswoman also called the NSA whistleblower a "traitor" to the U.S for releasing classified information.
Rudy Giuliani Denies Seeking Pardon from Trump Before He Leaves White House
The president's personal attorney said he had not asked his boss for a pardon ahead of Trump's exit from the Oval Office in January.
How Should President Trump Exercise His Pardon Power?
When President Trump reviews the applications for executive clemency currently before him, he will be performing a critical constitutional duty: "To take care that the laws be faithfully executed."
A Call for Late Justice for Col. Larry Franklin
The problem with Col. Franklin's plight isn't simply that he is a long-suffering innocent patriot. It's that Col. Franklin was targeted and prosecuted, and his life was destroyed, to advance an anti-Semitic political agenda.
Julian Assange's Partner Begs Donald Trump to Pardon Him on Thanksgiving
"These are Julian's sons Max and Gabriel. They need their father. Our family needs to be whole again. I beg you, please bring him home for Christmas."
'Brazen Abuse of Power': Reactions Follow Trump Pardoning Michael Flynn
Many Republicans praised Trump for granting Flynn clemency, while Democrats felt the pardon was an act of corruption.
Michael Flynn's Brother Appears to Thank QAnon Followers After Trump Pardon
The former national security adviser has been seen as a hero in the radical movement after swearing an oath of allegiance in July.
Trump Has Used Clemency Power Less Than Any President in Recent History
The president's decision to pardon Michael Flynn has caused a backlash, while there is also speculation of him controversially using such power on himself.
Donald Trump Retweets Call to Pardon Himself
The president has been encouraged to consider granting himself a pardon, though the view on if he can do so is split while public opinion aligns against such action.
Trump Ally Urges POTUS to Pardon Himself in Spree, Despite Voter Opposition
Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-FL) suggested the commander-in-chief use his pardon powers "effectively and robustly."
Mr. President, Please Stick to Pardoning Turkeys
Every year the turkey pardoning ceremony brings up the sitting president's record of mercy toward people. Trump's record isn't great, and speculation about self-pardon isn't helping.
How Trump Could Use the Pardon Power to Provide COVID-19 Regulatory Relief
The pardon power isn't normally thought of as a deregulatory legal tool, but here, it could be just that.