Trump reveals he'll use preemptive pardons to protect staff, allies if Dems take Congress
Trump Administration,January 6,Elon Musk,2026 Midterm Elections,Pardons,Joe Biden
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President Trump revealed he's willing to issue sweeping preemptive pardons to everyone who worked in his administration if Democrats follow through on threats to prosecute them.
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