American Government CLEP Prep Practice Exam

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Who has the power to pardon individuals convicted of federal crimes in the United States?

President.
Supreme Court.
Congress.
State governors.

The correct answer is: President.

In the United States, the President has the power to pardon individuals convicted of federal crimes. This power is granted to them through the Constitution, specifically in Article II, Section 2. The other options, while powerful branches of the government, do not have the authority to issue pardons. The Supreme Court can overturn convictions, Congress can pass laws and impeach officials, and state governors can only issue pardons for state crimes. Only the President has the power to grant pardons for federal crimes.