presidential pardons

Pardons Gone Wild: The Most Shocking Presidential Forgiveness Stories in U.S. History

Jun 7, 2025

Presidential pardons have long been a source of controversy and intrigue in American politics. From acts of national reconciliation to decisions that sparked public outrage, here is a compilation of some of the most remarkable and debated presidential pardons in U.S. history. 1. Richard Nixon – Pardoned by Gerald Ford (1974) In a move that…
Case Study | Understanding the U.S. Presidency: Powers, Legal Challenges, and Constitutional Boundaries

Jan 20, 2025

Introduction The office of the U.S. President is one of the most significant and powerful political roles in the world, serving as both the head of state and government. The constitutional framework governing the presidency is outlined in the U.S. Constitution, primarily in Article II, and has evolved over the years through legal precedents, legislative…
The Justice Department’s Revised Presidential Pardon Application Comes Into Force Next Month

Feb 29, 2024

Attorney General Merrick B. Garland on Dec. 2023, announced the Justice Department’s proposed revision of the application for presidential pardons for individuals who have completed their federal sentences. The announcement was made during remarks at a White House Legal Aid Interagency Roundtable. The Office of the Pardon Attorney (Pardon) has collaborated with the Office for…

Pardons Gone Wild: The Most Shocking Presidential Forgiveness Stories in U.S. History