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5 Famous Presidential Pardons

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The President of the United States, unlike the prime minister of Canada, has the power grant a pardon or commute a sentence to whomever they see fit. Under Article II, Section 2 of the United States Constitution grants the President “…power to grant reprieves and pardons for offenses against the United States” except in cases…

What Can You Bring Into The U.S.?

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Detroit-Windsor Tunnel - Port of Entry for US Border Crossing

  U.S. Customs and Border Security (CBP) officers and agents “enforce all applicable U.S. laws, including against illegal immigration, narcotics smuggling and illegal importation.” For the average Canadian travelling south, it’s that last one – illegal importation, that can cause problems. Here are is a basic list of items to be aware of and links to…