Impact of Hunter Biden's pardon on 2024 election outcomes
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Election results as reported by official state election offices
President Biden Pardons Son Hunter, Sparking Capitol Hill Reactions
Dec 2, 2024, 11:16 AM
President Joe Biden has issued a presidential pardon for his son, Hunter Biden, a move that is expected to have significant political repercussions. The pardon comes after years of Republican-led investigations into Hunter Biden’s business dealings, which have been a focal point of political controversy. The decision is already generating reactions on Capitol Hill this week, with lawmakers preparing to address the implications of the pardon. President Biden has reportedly cited political persecution as a factor in his decision to pardon his son.
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