Prosecutors Investigating Effort to Buy a Presidential Pardon

The video discusses the concept of presidential pardons, focusing on the unprecedented nature of self-pardons and the legal debates surrounding them. It explores the potential for preemptive pardons for family members and the distinction between state and federal crimes, particularly in the context of investigations in New York. The discussion includes speculation on future pardon activities by President Trump and the legal challenges they may face.

What was the main focus of the New York Times story mentioned in the transcript?

• President Trump's potential preemptive pardons

• President Trump's tax returns

• President Trump's impeachment trial

• President Trump's foreign policy

Which historical figure is mentioned as having come close to pardoning themselves?

• George W. Bush

• Richard Nixon

• Bill Clinton

• Barack Obama

What is a potential risk of issuing preemptive pardons for family members?

• It might cause international conflict

• It could lead to impeachment

• It might reveal perceived guilt

• It could result in a loss of public support

What is a limitation of presidential pardons?

• They are only valid for one year

• They do not cover state crimes

• They cannot be issued for federal crimes

• They require congressional approval

Which state is conducting investigations into the Trump Organization?

• Texas

• New York

• California

• Florida

What type of fraud is the New York Attorney General investigating in relation to the Trump Organization?

• Voter fraud

• Healthcare fraud

• Bank and insurance fraud

• Securities fraud

When is it anticipated that President Trump might issue a flood of pardons?

• In the last days or hours of his term

• After leaving office

• Midway through his term

• At the beginning of his term