Preemptive Administration Pardons

Trump Says Preemptive Pardons for Administration Officials Are Possible Before Leaving Office

President Donald Trump has hinted at the possibility of pre-emptive pardons for members of his administration before leaving office, potentially giving them wide-ranging protection from prosecution. This comes amid concerns that if Democrats take control of the House or Senate, they could use oversight powers to attack his administration. The president has previously stated that if they take control, they would use oversight power to attack the administration.