An effort to give Gov. Brian Kemp enhanced pardoning powers is dead on arrival. Republican supporters of former President Donald Trump have pushed for the legislature to move to give the governor additional authority to pardon individuals convicted of crimes – potentially including Trump and others indicted this week by Fulton Co. DA Fani Willis. But such a maneuver would require a constitutional amendment and thus a 2/3 majority from the legislature, meaning quite a few Democrats would have to get on board. That alone puts the kibosh on the idea, which Kemp’s office dismissed outright. It’s odds of becoming even a debate during the 2024 session are SINKING…
Former federal prosecutor tapped for Army post
Former U.S. Attorney Bobby Christine has been called up by the Trump Administration once again, this time to serve as Judge Advocate General for the U.S. Army. That would make him the head of the Judge Advocate General’s Corps, better known as JAG, the legal arm of the Army. Once his nomination is confirmed, Christine will serve a four-year term in the vital position. RISING…
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