Post Reports The Campaign Moment: Biden races to protect his legacy
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Dec 13, 2024 
Paul Kane, Senior congressional correspondent for The Washington Post, and Matt Viser, White House reporter, dive into Biden's last attempts to cement his legacy, including strategic pardons and support for Ukraine. They analyze Trump’s Time magazine interview and what it reveals about his evolving political promises. The duo also discusses the GOP's dynamics under Trump's influence, especially regarding recent Senate appointments and their implications for the Republican agenda. It's a riveting look at urgency in political maneuvering.
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Biden's Evolving Stance on Crime
- Joe Biden, once an advocate for tough-on-crime policies, now grants clemency.
- This shift reflects his evolving stance over his long career in politics.
Biden's Strategic Moves
- President Biden is issuing pardons and allocating funds strategically.
- He aims to solidify his achievements and preemptively address potential changes by his successor.
Trump Moderates Stances
- Donald Trump appears to moderate some campaign promises in a Time interview.
- He seems to backtrack on lowering grocery prices and takes a softer stance on transgender issues.