During a recent Supreme Court hearing, Justice Neil Gorsuch raised an important question about the potential for presidents to pardon themselves for any criminal acts committed while in office. The discussion stemmed from a scenario where a president could face criminal charges from their successor once leaving office.
Justice Gorsuch highlighted the fear that presidents might have if they believed they could be prosecuted by their successors, leading to a potential incentive for presidents to attempt self-pardons. He referenced hypothetical situations, including the use of a drone strike, to illustrate the gravity of the issue.
