Presidential pardons and limitations explained

President Trump is already flexing his pardon power on his way out of office. But, lots of question remain about who he can pardon, and under what circumstances. For some perspective, here's our constitutional law expert, Cooley Law professor, Devin Schindler.

On the issue of pardoning oneself, Schindler says it's unknown, but not likely. He says Article II of the Constitution says a president may issues pardons and reprieves.

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