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“in seasons of insurrection or rebellion, there are often critical moments, when a well timed offer of pardon to the insurgents or rebels may restore the tranquility of the commonwealth.”

Alexander Hamilton

If Garland has a case that meets normal standards (serious offense, reasonable likelihood of conviction) he must proceed. Doing otherwise is outside his authority.

A political decision to let Trump off the hook for the good of the nation belongs to Biden and Biden alone.

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