President Trump is expected to spend his final full day in office issuing some 100 pardons and commutations. And, for legal scholars and political pundits, the names will offer an insight into how Trump sees his role in the Republican Party after leaving office.

While rapper Lil Wayne and disgraced Democratic politician Sheldon Silver are reportedly among the names likely to receive clemency, legal scholars will be watching to see whether Trump family members, such as daughter Ivanka or sons Don Jr. and Eric, will be given preemptive pardons.

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