Chuck Todd criticizes Biden's pardon of Hunter Biden as damaging precedent for future presidents
foxnews.com — December 5, 2024, 11:01 PM UTC
NBC's Chuck Todd criticized President Biden's recent pardon of his son, Hunter Biden, calling it damaging to the country. He argued that this sets a dangerous precedent for future presidential pardons, allowing future leaders to issue blanket pardons. Biden announced the pardon on Sunday, covering any crimes Hunter may have committed from 2014 to 2024. In his statement, Biden claimed the Justice Department unfairly targeted his son, echoing rhetoric often used by former President Trump. Todd expressed concern that this pardon creates a "permission slip" for future presidents to follow suit. He highlighted the potential for a pattern where each administration grants similar pardons, undermining the integrity of the justice system.