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Trump's Pardon Power: A Threat to Rule of Law?

10/26/2025

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Litman argues that U.S. President Donald Trump’s pardon power risks power abuse by allowing loyalty to override the rule of law.
Litman notes that this dynamic blurs the line between Trump’s interests and the public good.
Litman emphasizes the urgency of the issue.
Litman suggests independents and low-information voters should reconsider their support for the Republican Party.
Litman warns that failing to recognize the issue could have dire implications.

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Litman argues that U.S. President Donald Trump’s pardon power risks power abuse by allowing loyalty to override the rule of law.
Litman notes that this dynamic blurs the line between Trump’s interests and the public good.
Litman emphasizes the urgency of the issue.
Litman suggests independents and low-information voters should reconsider their support for the Republican Party.
Litman warns that failing to recognize the issue could have dire implications.