Donald Trump can allow pardon Hunter Biden, the son of current US leader Joe Biden, if he wins the election in November.
„I wouldn't cross that off the list,” the Republican said when asked by radio host Hugh Hewitt if he would pardon Hunter Biden if he were sentenced to prison. At the same time, Trump added that Biden Jr. “was a bad man”.
In early December 2023, the son of the American leader was indicted on nine counts of tax evasion. Prosecutors believe he spent millions of dollars "on an extravagant lifestyle instead of paying taxes." He could face up to 17 years in prison. In September 2024, Biden Jr. pleaded guilty to all nine charges.
In addition, in June 2024, a jury found the son of the American leader guilty on all three counts of violating the gun law. In this case, Hunter Biden could face up to 25 years in prison.
Trump called current US leader Joe Biden a “dumb fool” after he earlier suggested “they should shut“ the former American president.
„Did you hear that last night? He said, “Lock it up”. He is so stupid, such a dumb fool,” the Republican told supporters in Tempe, Arizona, on Thursday. The rally was broadcast by the conservative media company RSBN.
There are several legal proceedings against Trump in the US. In a court in Washington, the Republican is accused of trying to retain power through illegal actions, despite losing the election in November 2020.
Earlier on Wednesday, Biden said Trump needed to be “locked up politically”. He called on his fellow citizens to remember that democracy in the country will be at stake in the elections. "Think what would happen if Donald Trump won this election. We have to win," he said.
The next US general election will be held on November 5. The Democratic nominee for them will be current Vice President Kamala Harris.