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Biden considering preemptive pardons for officials Trump might target: Source

Biden considering preemptive pardons for officials Trump might target: Source


Published on 2024-12-05 15:30:37 - ABC
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  • The consideration comes after Biden issued a full pardon for his son Hunter -- a move that prompted backlash from Republicans and many Democrats.

President Joe Biden is considering issuing preemptive pardons for current and former officials who have worked under his administration, as a protective measure against potential legal actions by former President Donald Trump should he return to office, according to a source familiar with the discussions. This move comes in light of Trump's previous comments about targeting his political adversaries, including Biden, with investigations and prosecutions. The discussions within the Biden administration are focused on safeguarding officials from what they perceive as politically motivated legal attacks. This strategy reflects a broader concern about the weaponization of the justice system for political retribution, a tactic Trump has openly discussed. The consideration of these pardons underscores the deep political divisions and the unprecedented nature of current U.S. political dynamics.

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