Preemptive pardon: How Biden’s possible plans have historical precedent

Published December 5, 2024 12:26pm ET



President Joe Biden is reportedly considering issuing preemptive pardons for some current and former elected officials whom President-elect Donald Trump deems his enemies.

History has shown that there is some precedent for these types of pardons.

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