Staff Reports
Rumors are swirling around the White House that President Biden is preparing to take a sledgehammer to the traditional use of presidential pardons, aiming to create a whole new playbook. Instead of doling out the typical pardons after a crime has been committed (you know, the usual way), the man in charge may start offering “prospective” or “preemptive” pardons. This is nothing short of a Hail Mary for his political pals and a blatant attempt to dodge accountability.
Critics can’t help but raise an eyebrow at this potential pivot. The idea of pardoning someone for a crime they haven’t committed yet sounds less like justice and more like a get-out-of-jail-free card in some twisted Monopoly game. It’s a move that could set a dangerous precedent, where political allies could operate under the comforting cloak of immunity. After all, if the Biden administration believes in preemptive pardons, what’s next? Maybe they’ll introduce a plan for psychic protection against legal repercussions.
MSNBC – 12/15/2024 – discussing @BernieSanders saying Biden should considering pre-emptive pardons
Shaniqua Mcclendon – "Not only is it smart, its absolutely necessary…Democrats need to get more comfortable with power and using power " pic.twitter.com/joCuLXvNiD
— CaseStudyQB – #ArmsEmbargoNOW (@CaseStudyQB) December 16, 2024
And let’s not forget the irony that this proposal flows from a President who once championed the idea of restoring the integrity of the office. Now, it seems he’s scrambling to find effective ways to ensure his allies don’t face the music for their questionable conduct. The idea that people in power should be above the law is a slippery slope and only adds to the skepticism surrounding Biden’s commitment to upholding ethical standards in governance. The hypocrisy of it is almost laughable, except it’s not funny when it comes to the rule of law in the United States.
If Biden goes through with these plans, it’ll further erode public trust, showcasing how the political elite can manipulate the justice system to protect themselves. The American populace is likely to see this for what it truly is: a self-serving power grab that undermines the very fabric of justice and fairness. Where does this leave the everyday citizen? It’s rather unsettling to think that career politicians could sidestep legal troubles simply by being close to the President.
As the news of these prospective pardons starts making the rounds, many can’t help but wonder what kind of deals are being cooked up behind closed doors. A little head-scratching surely ensues as the average Joe contemplates what happens when the scales of justice tilt so heavily in one direction. Americans are rightly concerned that this isn’t just about shielding a few individuals, but also about shredding the social contract that binds this nation together—a contract based on fairness and accountability.
