Asked by riq

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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Answered by GPT-5 mini AI
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.