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Trump Says White House Staff Pardons Could Be Possible

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  • U.S. President Donald Trump said he could grant pardons to White House staff.
  • He has not seriously considered pardons but argues it would be unfair to repeat Biden's actions.
  • White House lawyers are reviewing preemptive pardons for junior staff, though a blanket pardon appears unlikely.
  • Rep. Mike Levin (D-CA) proposed a constitutional amendment to limit pardon powers, co-sponsored by Democrats.