Join Bill as he dives deep into the legal, historical, and often bizarre aspects of presidential pardons, exploring how this singular power has shaped—and sometimes shaken—the course of American history. This episode promises to be a wild ride through the corridors of power, full of fascinating insights and lively discussion.
Don't miss out on this captivating episode! It's a deep dive into the potent and sometimes perilous world of presidential pardons that you won't want to miss.
Tune in and buckle up for an unforgettable journey through one of the most intriguing aspects of American governance.
Episode Highlights:
(00:00) This is The Bill Handel Show Podcast. Join me as I share personal stories of a life lived hard
(00:38) The issue of presidential pardons has become a real issue for us
(03:46) If Donald Trump becomes president, how does he stop federal cases from moving forward
(05:48) Alexander Hamilton questioned whether the president should have power to pardon federal crimes
(12:56) President Gerald Ford pardoned Richard Nixon during Watergate scandal
(20:23) Clinton pardoned Patty Hearst who was convicted of bank robbery(21:57) Speculating on Trump's potential pardons
(23:09) Andrew Johnson pardoned 13,000 Confederates who left for Brazil
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