Illegal aliens may soon get ‘expedited’ pardons and commutations in Washington state, perhaps leapfrogging US citizens

Illegal aliens with criminal convictions in Washington state may soon get an “expedited review” of their application for a pardon or commutation from the governor, thanks to a bill passed exclusively by Democrats.

In the last few weeks, both the Washington state House and Senate have passed H.B. 1131, making it ready to send along to the desk of Democratic Gov. Bob Ferguson. While the bill addresses a number of issues related to pardons and clemency, it specifically sends those at risk of deportation to the head of the case review line.

“If a petitioner indicates in the petition an urgent need for the pardon or commutation including, but not limited to, a pending deportation order or deportation proceeding, the board shall consider expedited review of the

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