Joe Biden Announces No Family Discounts: Hunter Will Not Pass 'Go', Won't Collect Pardon

Joe Biden Announces No Family Discounts: Hunter Will Not Pass 'Go', Won't Collect Pardon

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Published: 6/6/2024

In a refreshing twist on the “family first” mantra, President Joe Biden has made it abundantly clear that his son, Hunter Biden, will not be curling up with a presidential pardon blanket if convicted of federal gun-related charges. "No family discounts here," President Biden stated during an interview with ABC News' David Muir in the picturesque yet historically heavy backdrop of Normandy, France.

Hunter Biden, whose trial began shortly after former President Donald Trump was convicted on 34 counts of falsifying business records in New York, is facing three federal charges related to gun possession. Despite the familial ties, the White House has echoed this sentiment before, emphasizing that Hunter Biden will not receive a presidential pardon, a stance reaffirmed by President Biden himself.

The Biden family's courtroom attendance has been nothing short of a show of unwavering support, akin to a front-row seat at a high-stakes family drama. First lady Jill Biden has been a steadfast presence at the trial, accompanied by Hunter's wife and other family members. President Biden has publicly expressed boundless love for his son, coupled with a fatherly nod to Hunter's resilience and strength. However, he remains resolute in his decision to accept whatever verdict comes Hunter's way.

The President's firm stance creates an interesting contrast with the former occupant of the Oval Office. During his Normandy interview, Biden didn't shy away from criticizing former President Trump for refusing to accept the jury's verdict in his New York trial and for attempting to undermine the rule of law. It's a classic case of "do as I say, not as he did," painting Trump as the misbehaving kid in class while Biden tries to uphold the teacher's pet persona of law and order.

Hunter Biden's entanglement with these federal charges follows a long and winding road paved with personal tribulations and controversial headlines. As the trial gains momentum, the courtroom has become a strange amalgamation of political theater and familial loyalty, likely capturing the nation’s attention more effectively than the latest Netflix drama.

While Hunter may not pass "Go" or collect a pardon, one thing is certain: the Biden family’s newest chapter is unfolding in real-time. And like any good family saga, it comes with its own set of emotional highs and lows, public scrutiny, and lessons on resilience. President Biden, with his classic folksy wisdom, seems intent on teaching the country — and perhaps the world — that sometimes, the hardest decisions are the ones that hit closest to home.

For now, the American public can only watch and wait as this high-stakes drama continues to play out, one court session at a time. After all, every good story needs a dose of suspense, a touch of reality, and just the right amount of humor. Hunter Biden's trial offers all of that and more, all set against the backdrop of the eternal struggle between politics and family.