In a shocking twist, former President Donald Trump hints at pardoning Hunter Biden, leaving conservatives scratching their heads and liberals in disbelief.
At a Glance
- Trump open to pardoning Hunter Biden, calling him a “bad boy” but citing national interests
- Hunter Biden faces up to 25 years for gun-related felonies and 17 years for tax evasion
- Trump compares potential Hunter pardon to his decision not to pursue Hillary Clinton
- President Joe Biden previously stated he would not pardon his son
- Trump’s stance highlights complex political dynamics and potential strategy
Trump’s Surprising Stance on Hunter Biden
Just when you thought you’d seen it all in American politics, former President Donald Trump throws us another curveball. In a recent interview with Hugh Hewitt, Trump – the man who practically wrote the book on calling out the Bidens – suggested he might consider pardoning Hunter Biden. Yes, you read that right. The same Hunter Biden of “laptop from hell” infamy. It’s enough to make a conservative’s head spin faster than a wind turbine in a hurricane.
Trump, in his characteristic style, didn’t mince words about Hunter’s reputation. He called him a “bad boy” and referenced the infamous laptop scandal. But then, in a twist that would make a pretzel jealous, he added that he “wouldn’t take it off the books” when it came to a potential pardon. It’s like watching a political version of “The Twilight Zone” – you know something’s off, but you can’t look away.
The Hunter Biden Legal Saga
Let’s recap the legal minefield Hunter’s tap-dancing through. He’s been convicted of three federal felonies for lying about drug use while possessing a gun – a crime that could land him in the slammer for up to 25 years. But wait, there’s more! He also pleaded guilty to evading $1.4 million in federal taxes. That’s another potential 17 years behind bars. It’s like he’s collecting prison sentences the way some people collect stamps.
“See, unlike Joe Biden, despite what they’ve done to me, where they’ve gone after me so viciously, despite what — and Hunter’s a bad boy. There’s no question about it. He’s been a bad boy. All you had to do is see the laptop from hell — but I happen to think it’s very bad for our country.”
Now, you’d think Joe Biden would be chomping at the bit to pardon his son faster than you can say “political nepotism.” But no, the current President has stated he won’t pardon Hunter. It’s a stance so firm, you’d think it was set in the same concrete as Hunter’s business ethics. Of course, there’s speculation that Biden might change his tune before leaving office in January 2025. After all, in Washington, promises are about as permanent as a snowman in July.
Trump’s Political Chess Game
So why is Trump, the master of “lock her up” chants, suddenly channeling his inner Mother Teresa? He drew a parallel to his decision not to pursue legal action against Hillary Clinton after the 2016 election. It’s a move straight out of “The Art of the Deal” – appear magnanimous while subtly reminding everyone of your opponent’s scandals. Brilliant or bonkers? You decide.
“I could have gone after Hillary. I could have gotten Hillary Clinton very easily. And when they say lock her up, whenever they said ‘lock her,’ you know, they’d start, 30,000 people, ‘lock her up, lock her up.’ What did I do? I always say take it easy, just relax. We’re winning. Take it easy. Take it easy.”
This whole scenario is like a political Rorschach test. To some, it’s Trump showing statesmanship and putting country before party. To others, it’s a 4D chess move to make the Bidens look worse while positioning himself as the bigger man. And to the rest of us? It’s just another day in the circus that is American politics, where the tigers are always paper, the high wire acts are all smoke and mirrors, and the clowns… well, they’re running the show.
