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However, there is little disagreement about Trump's power to pardon others. As president, he can issue pardons to anyone he wishes, including those who have not yet been charged with or accused of federal crimes. Accepting a pardon is also not an admission of guilt, despite popular belief. However, he can only pardon federal offenses. … [Read more...] about Rep. Pramila Jayapal Calls Donald Trump’s ‘Last-Second Pardons’ an ‘Abuse of Power’

"Just had a great meeting with @realdonaldtrump @potus besides what he’s done so far with criminal reform, the platinum plan is going to give the community real ownership. He listened to what we had to say today and assured he will and can get it done," he said while sharing a photo of himself with the then-president online. … [Read more...] about Donald Trump to reportedly pardon Lil Wayne from gun charges

Over the course of 2020, our country has suffered the devastating and unexpected loss of life due to the Covid-19 pandemic. The economic impact of the pandemic, which has been felt by so many in this country, has profoundly shaped our shared experience of American life. As a result, it was with a great sensitivity to the wider national backdrop that I unveiled two long-planned projects on the White House grounds. In November 2020, we publicly marked the installation of “Floor Frame” by Isamu Noguchi in the newly restored Rose Garden. The Rose Garden celebrates the history of many previous First Ladies, and it was my privilege to introduce into its design the first work completed by an Asian-American artist to enter the White House collection. The simplicity and beauty of Nogochi’s sculpture provides an enduring message of strength, which felt particularly relevant at the moment of its unveiling. … [Read more...] about Melania Trump defends her controversial White House renovations as she leaves with approval rating of 47% compared to Michelle Obama’s 69% and Laura Bush’s 67%

And then there was the Barack Obama presidential administration, which was openly hostile to Israel. In his last days in office, President Obama and Vice President Joe Biden advanced Resolution 2334 at the Security Council, which said that Jewish presence in eastern Jerusalem (e.g., the Western Wall, Temple Mount and the Mount of Olives) and Judea had "no legal validity and constituted a flagrant violation under international law." Obama/Biden also spearheaded the 2015 Iranian nuclear deal (i.e., the JCPOA), which gave the openly genocidal and anti-Semitic Tehran regime pallets of cash and a direct pathway to The Bomb. … [Read more...] about After Trump, Israel’s Claim To Truth Is Stronger | Opinion

“One of the few things he and I have ever agreed on,” he replied when reporters asked him about Trump’s decision not to attend the inauguration. “It’s a good thing — him not showing up.” … [Read more...] about Trump Will Not Invite the Bidens to the White House Before Inauguration