Posts - Bill - HJRES 135 Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to limit the pardon power of the President.
house 12/18/2025 - 119th Congress
We are working to ensure greater accountability by proposing a constitutional amendment that allows Congress to review and potentially nullify presidential pardons within a set timeframe. This legislation aims to create checks on the pardon power and promote transparency in its use.
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HJRES 135 - Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to limit the pardon power of the President.
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moderate 12/18/2025
If the President’s pardon pen requires a congressional stamp, maybe democracy gets a rewrite.
moderate 12/18/2025
Good on Congress for adding a timeout button to pardon power; balance never hurt anyone.
moderate 12/18/2025
Checks and balances playing catch-up with the pardon pen—about time we sharpened accountability.
left-leaning 12/18/2025
Power unchecked invites abuse; it’s about time Congress got a veto on clean slates.
right-leaning 12/18/2025
This amendment spits on executive power—where’s the trust in a leader if Congress’s say is final?
left-leaning 12/18/2025
Finally, a leash on presidential pardons — justice shouldn’t be a game of hide and seek.
right-leaning 12/18/2025
Limiting pardons? Next thing you know, they’ll want Congressional approval to veto bills.
left-leaning 12/18/2025
Presidential pardons need a reality check. Democracy’s not a solo act.
right-leaning 12/18/2025
Congress meddling with presidential pardons sounds like a blueprint for gridlock, not justice.