On this episode of The Wrants Show, President Joe Biden’s controversial decision to pardon his son, Hunter, has ignited a broader debate about the scope of presidential clemency powers. With Biden set to leave office in January, questions are swirling...
On this episode of The Wrants Show, President Joe Biden’s controversial decision to pardon his son, Hunter, has ignited a broader debate about the scope of presidential clemency powers. With Biden set to leave office in January, questions are swirling about whether he should extend that clemency to Donald Trump, among others.
During his first presidential trip to Angola on Tuesday, Biden dodged questions about his son’s pardon. As reporters shouted inquiries, he laughed them off and quipped to Angolan President João Lourenço: “Welcome to America.” Biden, notably, has avoided press interactions since President-elect Trump’s victory last month.
The blanket pardon for Hunter Biden, covering actions spanning the past 11 years, has stirred outrage in Washington. This move comes despite Biden’s previous insistence that he wouldn’t use his powers to benefit his family. Justifying his decision, Biden accused the Justice Department of a “miscarriage of justice,” borrowing language reminiscent of Trump’s own legal defenses.
The pardon has sparked backlash from Democrats, who now face the challenge of navigating their response to Trump’s incoming administration. Critics worry that Biden’s actions — and his claims of political bias against his son — may undermine their ability to oppose Trump’s legal strategies. Furthermore, the controversy threatens to overshadow Biden’s legacy as he prepares to leave the White House on January 20.
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