To be sure, Trump could free his friends before voters cast their ballots in 2020. ADImpeached or not, Trump can still grant pardons without fear of a citizens’ revolt — once the polls close. The Stone, Manafort and Flynn prediction is offered with confidence because of Trump’s demonstrated disregard for the integrity of the criminal-justice system. With that presidential mind-set, Stone, Manafort and Flynn can rest easy this holiday season. Faced with Trump and his obstructionists, an aroused, outraged electorate must bring this nightmare to an end on Election Day.

Source: Washington Post November 29, 2019 20:37 UTC