Ex Parte Grossman, 267 U.S. 87, 121 (1925) contemplates this scenario, calls it “a course so improbable as to furnish but little basis for argument,” and suggests such “exceptional cases” be cured through impeachment, not by narrowing the pardon power. But that presumes an independent legislature.

I went to one on amicus briefs that I found very useful. It was a panel of advocates who frequently filed amicus briefs in state and federal court. Topics included how parties can ethically solicit and coordinate with amici and how to draft helpful amicus briefs instead of “me too” briefs.