Will the White House officially comment on Biden's pardon discussions by mid-2025?
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Biden Privately Discussed Pardoning Trump After November Election, NBC News Reports
Jan 17, 2025, 12:11 AM
President Joe Biden has privately discussed the idea of pardoning former President Donald Trump, according to a report by NBC News. The discussions took place after the November election, where Biden mused about the pardon as a 'magnanimous move.' However, it remains unclear whether Biden seriously considered the idea. The report cites a source familiar with Biden's comments, but a White House official stated that the issue was not formally raised.
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