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Ted Lieu: “I believe that Donald Trump cannot self-pardon himself. That doesn't mean he may not try it.”

On the recordNovember 25, 2020
I believe that Donald Trump cannot self-pardon himself. That doesn't mean he may not try it.
Said by
Ted Lieu
Democratic · California
Source
msnbc.com

Editor's note · Context

Ted Lieu expresses his belief that while Trump may attempt to self-pardon, it would not be recognized by federal courts.

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