Article II of the Constitution states “… he (the President) shall have Power to grant Reprieves and Pardons for offenses against the United States, except in Cases of Impeachment.” An action doesn’t become an offense until it has been adjudicated in a court, thus President Biden can only issue pardons for offenses Hunter has been convicted of or pled guilty to. A blanket pardon is outside the plain language of the Constitution. Past precedent(s) should never be used to alter the clear language of the Constitution.
On question Colonel. If Pete Hegseth doesn't make it through his "Kavanaugh" period, would you accept the nomination to that. position ?
Sure would like to see you set the military in right order
Article II of the Constitution states “… he (the President) shall have Power to grant Reprieves and Pardons for offenses against the United States, except in Cases of Impeachment.” An action doesn’t become an offense until it has been adjudicated in a court, thus President Biden can only issue pardons for offenses Hunter has been convicted of or pled guilty to. A blanket pardon is outside the plain language of the Constitution. Past precedent(s) should never be used to alter the clear language of the Constitution.