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Hunter Biden Critiques Trump's Pardons Amid Father's Clemency

4/16/2026

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Hunter Biden acknowledged bias about pardon granted by his father, former President Joe Biden, in 2024.
The clemency reversed Joe Biden's opposition to pardoning him amid federal charges.
Hunter criticized U.S. President Donald Trump's pardons, noting over 1,500 in his first year.
Spokeswoman Abigail Jackson defended U.S. President Donald Trump's pardons, saying they addressed victims of a weaponized justice system.
Biden pardoned several family members, citing protection from Trump-related threats.

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Hunter Biden acknowledged bias about pardon granted by his father, former President Joe Biden, in 2024.
The clemency reversed Joe Biden's opposition to pardoning him amid federal charges.
Hunter criticized U.S. President Donald Trump's pardons, noting over 1,500 in his first year.
Spokeswoman Abigail Jackson defended U.S. President Donald Trump's pardons, saying they addressed victims of a weaponized justice system.
Biden pardoned several family members, citing protection from Trump-related threats.