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Can Trump pardon himself? Most scholars say no

Can Trump pardon himself? Most scholars say no

While some constitutional scholars argue that the pardon power is absolute, most believe a president cannot pardon himself. But Trump has openly enjoyed violating long-established norms — and pardons have been no exception.
by Nina Totenberg

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'He's on his own': Some Republicans begin to flee from Trump

'He's on his own': Some Republicans begin to flee from Trump

President Donald Trump's steadfast grip on Republicans in Washington is beginning to crumble, leaving him more politically isolated than at any other point in his turbulent administration.
by The Associated Press

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Reporter’s notebook: A search for answers in D.C. brings confusion -- and confirmation

Reporter’s notebook: A search for answers in D.C. brings confusion -- and confirmation

A Minnesota woman says she felt as though she had to go to the pro-Trump rally in Washington, D.C. — to prove to herself that her own political compatriots aren’t deluded, as her left-leaning friends keep telling her they are.
by John Enger

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Security chief calls Minnesota Capitol 'safe' despite protests

Security chief calls Minnesota Capitol 'safe' despite protests

Minnesota’s public safety chief says he’s taken steps to ensure that the state Capitol is safe, despite recent and planned protests there by supporters of President Donald Trump.
by The Associated Press

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Stauber says he is 'disappointed' in Trump but doesn't support impeachment

Stauber says he is 'disappointed' in Trump but doesn't support impeachment

U.S. Rep. Pete Stauber, who represents Minnesota’s 8th District, called the Capitol attack “unacceptable,” and said President Trump bears some responsibility for his heated rhetoric ahead of the incident. But the Republican congressman stressed that the tone of politics on both sides needs to “calm down.” 
by MPR News Staff

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Democrats plan lightning Trump impeachment, want him out — now

Democrats plan lightning Trump impeachment, want him out — now

If President Donald Trump were to be impeached by the House and convicted by the Senate, seemingly unlikely, he might also be prevented from ever holding public office again. He would be only the president twice impeached. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi also discussed other ways Trump might be forced to resign.
by The Associated Press

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