Who else might Biden pardon after he spared Hunter from sentencing?
FOX NewsNOV 2024
Reports: Biden Admin. Weighs Preemptive Pardons Ahead of Trump Presidency
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The Spin
Republican narrative
Those who have conducted lawfare against Trump under false pretenses must be held accountable. There'd be no reason for preemptive pardons if no improprieties were committed. If Biden goes through with these pardons he'd also be setting a dangerous precedent for future administrations.
Democratic narrative
These pardons are necessary to protect officials and critics who Trump and his nominees have threatened with prosecution. Granting these pardons is crucial for safeguarding democracy and preventing abuse of the justice system, although it'll be difficult to come up with a comprehensive list of candidates to receive them.