Post Reports The Campaign Moment: Will Biden issue more pardons?
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Dec 6, 2024 Join Naftali Bendavid, White House editor for The Washington Post, and Leigh Ann Caldwell, co-author of The Early Brief newsletter, as they dive into the political fallout from Biden's pardon of his son Hunter. They discuss the complex implications of this maneuver, including divided opinions within the Democratic Party and the likelihood of more preemptive pardons. The conversation also touches on the challenges facing Pete Hegseth's nomination for Defense Secretary amidst allegations and how Trump's political maneuvers could reshape Republican dynamics.
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Hegseth's Confirmation Challenges
- Pete Hegseth faces challenges in his confirmation for Defense Secretary due to allegations.
- Trump's lack of strong public support suggests Hegseth's nomination is in trouble.
Hegseth's Defense
- Pete Hegseth launched a media campaign to defend his nomination for Defense Secretary.
- His mother, who previously accused him of misconduct, now supports him, claiming he's changed.
Trump's Calculated Support
- Trump's message of support for Hegseth seems weak, suggesting a lack of full commitment.
- Trump may be trying to avoid blame if Hegseth fails, while still taking credit if he succeeds.