California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Tuesday became the biggest Democratic figure to openly oppose President Joe Biden's decision to pardon his son Hunter Biden.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Sept. 25, 2024 and then-Vice President Joe Biden and son Hunter Biden on Feb. 14, 2010.
President Biden and the White House repeatedly rejected suggestions that Hunter Biden, who faced possible prison time for federal gun and tax evasion charges, would receive a presidential pardon. The president on Sunday claimed, however, that his son's prosecution was politically motivated and warranted his full forgiveness.
The governor would not elaborate on the stance when pressed by Politico. Several White House spokespersons did not immediately respond to requests from The National News Desk seeking a response to Gov. Newsom’s comments. “While as a father I certainly understand President @JoeBiden’s natural desire to help his son by pardoning him, I am disappointed that he put his family ahead of the country,” he wrote via X.“This is a bad precedent that could be abused by later Presidents and will sadly tarnish his reputation,” Gov. Polis added. “When you become President, your role is Pater familias of the nation.
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