President Joe Biden has not yet made a decision regarding issuing preemptive pardons before leaving office, leaving the possibility open for such a move to protect his allies. Discussions among senior Biden White House aides, administration officials, and defense attorneys in Washington, DC, are ongoing about potential preemptive pardons or legal aid for individuals who might face prosecution by President-elect Donald Trump upon his return to power.
In an interview with USA Today, Biden confirmed his openness to the idea but clarified that no decision has been reached. He emphasized the importance of not settling scores, as he conveyed to Trump after the president-elect's November victory.
