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GOP Lawmaker Backs Democrat Effort on Pardon Power
Filed: Feb 16, 2026 at 2:04 PM ET
Summary: Rep. Don Bacon supports a constitutional amendment for oversight of presidential pardons, joining Democrats in the effort.
WHO: Rep. Don Bacon, Rep. Johnny Olszewski, Rep. Shri Thanedar
WHAT: Support for a constitutional amendment to limit presidential pardon power
WHEN: Feb 16, 2026 at 1:11 PM ET
WHERE: USA
WHY: Concerns over the abuse of presidential pardon authority
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