> This alone enables him to disregard the law without any fear of repercussions.

That does not apply to his lackeys though (unless there's a preemptive pardon).

If (!) there's a change in the President eventually, there needs to be a reckoning for everyone that didn't push back on instructions/orders (including all the folks down the line who are blowing up (alleged) drug boats).

Everyone will have preemptive pardons. That has already been guaranteed to them or we wouldn't see so much open lawlessness.

That the president can pardon any criminal providing no justification is preposterous nonsense. Much reform is needed.