Trey Gowdy: Biden was always going to pardon his son

President Biden pardoned his son, Hunter Biden, for federal crimes spanning a decade, a decision widely anticipated due to the close parent-child relationship. This pardon prevents further investigation into Hunter Biden's alleged crimes, potentially shielding the President from related inquiries, and Trey Gowdy suggests that President Biden was always likely to pardon his son, despite his public pronouncements about no one being above the law. Additionally, the discussion touches upon the nomination of Kash Patel for FBI Director, a controversial choice for some due to his past investigations and findings.

Hunter Biden Pardon

• 00:01:39 President Biden pardoned his son, Hunter Biden, for federal crimes related to tax evasion and gun charges, covering a 10-year period from 2014 to 2024. The pardon prevents further investigation into Hunter Biden's actions, including a pre-sentencing investigation, which would have explored the full extent of his alleged crimes. This pardon shields Hunter Biden from facing any jail time or further legal consequences.

Biden's Motivation

• 00:02:11 Trey Gowdy believes that President Biden was always going to pardon his son because parents rarely allow their children to go to prison. He asserts that this was not a surprise, given the relationship between the father and son and that Biden's public pronouncements about no one being above the law were disingenuous. The pardon is viewed as a way to protect his son from legal repercussions.

Pre-Sentencing Investigation

• 00:04:25 The pardon prevents a pre-sentencing investigation which is a crucial step in federal cases that involves a comprehensive review of the facts leading to a conviction or plea. This process explores the full scope of the crime and details the financial aspects of any fraud committed. The pardon effectively ends this process and prevents further scrutiny.

Prosecutor's Perspective

• 00:05:09 Trey Gowdy, a former prosecutor, shares that prosecutors generally dislike pardons, as they can hinder investigations and prosecutions. While he believes in the President's power to pardon, he also recognizes the potential for abuse, especially in a politically charged climate. He expresses concern about the politicization of the justice system.

Kash Patel Nomination

• 00:06:43 Kash Patel, a controversial nominee for FBI director, has been unfairly maligned according to Trey Gowdy. Trey Gowdy worked with Kash Patel and believes that the left's criticism stems from the damaging information Patel uncovered about the Steele dossier and other related issues. His nomination is viewed as a significant event, particularly in light of the political climate.