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White House Defends Biden's Pardon of Hunter Biden in Air Force One Press Conference, Trump Wouldn't 'Let Go'

Dec 2, 2024, 07:26 PM

The White House has publicly defended President Joe Biden's decision to pardon his son, Hunter Biden, amid significant backlash. This defense comes after Biden had previously stated for over a year that he would not grant such a pardon. During a press conference aboard Air Force One, officials highlighted that former President Donald Trump would not 'let go' of Hunter Biden in the context of the pardon. The administration's stance reflects an effort to address concerns and criticism surrounding the pardon, which has drawn attention and scrutiny from various quarters.