Sen. Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.) is the latest Democratic figure to criticize President Biden's decision to pardon her son.
Biden announced the pardon on Dec. 1 for his son Hunter, despite repeatedly insisting he would not. Since then, there is a possibility that Mr. Biden will also grant pre-emptive pardons to Dr. Anthony Fauci, Sen.-elect Adam Schiff (D-Calif.), and former Rep. Liz Cheney (R-Wyo.) ahead of President-elect Donald. There were reports that there was. President Trump takes office.
Klobuchar told MSNBC host Jen Psaki on Sunday that she is “not a fan” of either pardon, especially because it could happen under the Trump administration.
Sen. Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.) was asked on MSNBC Sunday what she thought about preemptive pardons. (Screenshot from MSNBC)
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“I don't like this kind of thing. I didn't like the pardon of the president's son. I didn't think it was wise. But I'm also very concerned about this idea of a pre-emptive pardon. I don't like it either. “Like everyone, I'm very concerned about what Trump is going to do with this Department of Justice,” Klobuchar said.
She reminded Psaki that Mr. Schiff also has publicly stated that he does not want pardons and is instead focused on reforming the pardon process.
“The president has this power. I hope that we actually…Trump abused this pardon power. I think he should pardon Reform. That's the president's right. But to set up a commission. You can even make suggestions.'' You can do everything from the board,'' Klobuchar said.
Biden aides are considering possible preemptive pardons for Schiff, Fauci and Cheney. (Getty Images)
Several Democrats were quick to criticize Biden's decision, believing he had tarnished his reputation by going back on his promise.
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“As a father, I certainly understand, [Biden’s] I am disappointed that he put his family above his country when he had a legitimate desire to forgive and help his son. This is a bad precedent that could be exploited by future presidents and will sadly tarnish his reputation,” Colorado Governor Jared Polis said in a lengthy statement.
President Biden pardoned Hunter in an announcement earlier this month. (Getty Images)
He added: “Hunter brought upon himself the legal problems he faced. One can sympathize with his struggle, while at the same time acknowledging that no one is above the law, including a president or a president's son.” I can do it,” he added.
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