Though the Fulton County case against former President Donald Trump may be "pardon-proof," the Supreme Court could potentially intervene if he wins the 2024 presidential election.
Trump or any other potential Republican president would not be able to issue pardons because it is a state matter and Georgia's constitution prevents the state's governor from issuing pardons in the case. Only a state pardon board can issue pardons, and requests can only be made five years after a sentence is served.
