Pamela Hemphill of Idaho is one of the more than 1,500 people whom Mr. Trump pardoned earlier this year for their roles in the U.S. Capitol Insurrection.
Definitely not final and can be refused. The typical refusal would come from someone who maintains their innocence and plans on fighting further, either through appeal or expungement.
I think I remember reading of one or more others that also denied pardons early on. The general vibe was that these people realize they fucked up and are taking the punishment they got. Perhaps there were others that are still fighting with no legs, but this is one of the few I think have come to grips with reality.
I thought presidential pardons were absolute with no oversight. How can a congressman help block a pardon?
Also, can you refuse a pardon? I was also under the impression that the president signs a pardon and that’s the end of it.
I guess tomorrow will be looking for refused pardons
Definitely not final and can be refused. The typical refusal would come from someone who maintains their innocence and plans on fighting further, either through appeal or expungement.
I think I remember reading of one or more others that also denied pardons early on. The general vibe was that these people realize they fucked up and are taking the punishment they got. Perhaps there were others that are still fighting with no legs, but this is one of the few I think have come to grips with reality.