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In 2021, NBA YoungBoy was granted a pardon by President Donald Trump for certain federal offenses. Citizens debated whether the pardon was appropriate, and some wondered which branch of government could check this power.
Which check and balance is illustrated in this scenario?
Executive checks Judicial
Executive checks Legislative
Judicial checks Executive
Legislative checks Executive
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Legislative checks Executive
Explanation: Congress can investigate and, if it chooses, impeach and remove a president for abuse of power — the legislative branch is the main check on a presidential pardon. Courts generally cannot overturn a presidential pardon.
Explanation: Congress can investigate and, if it chooses, impeach and remove a president for abuse of power — the legislative branch is the main check on a presidential pardon. Courts generally cannot overturn a presidential pardon.
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