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Trump's attempt to pardon Tina Peters runs into constitutional limits

Trump's attempt to pardon Tina Peters runs into constitutional limits

Summary

President Trump pardoned about 1,500 people related to activities aimed at reversing the 2020 presidential election results. Tina Peters, a former county clerk from Colorado involved in election denial, remains in prison and cannot be pardoned due to constitutional limits.

Key Facts

  • President Trump pardoned about 1,500 people this year.
  • These pardons were for those tied to efforts to change the 2020 election outcome.
  • The fifth anniversary of the January 6th Capitol attack is approaching.
  • Tina Peters is a notable figure still in prison linked to election denial.
  • Constitutionally, President Trump cannot pardon Tina Peters.
  • Tina Peters worked as a county clerk in Colorado.

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