I disagree. There is plenty of time after the election for commutations and pardons.
The problem here is that Stone was going to have to start serving time in a few days, so the commutation needed to be now.
The sentence is still appealable despite being commuted. If Trump is not re-elected look for a complete pardon before January 20, 2021.
Yep. Just saw on Fox Judge orders WH to explain the pardon. Here we go.