Hunter Biden tells BBC his pardon was 'not good' for America or his father's legacy
In a wide-ranging BBC interview, the former president's son denied having any interest in running for office and said his father's cancer has spread.
Hunter Biden has expressed that his presidential pardon from former US President Joe Biden was not a good decision for America or his father's legacy. In a candid interview with BBC's Newsnight, Hunter addressed the pardon, revealing his father's cancer had progressed into his bones, causing pain and debilitation. Despite criticism of the pardon, Hunter acknowledged his gratitude for his father's intervention, arguing that the decision was driven by concern about a potential Trump administration targeting him.
He also shared that his addiction led him to consume nearly a gallon of vodka daily, with crack cocaine smoked every 15 minutes at its worst. Hunter denied discussions about the pardon with his father beforehand, stating that no such conversations would have remained covert. Regarding his emotions during the interview, Hunter expressed deep sorrow over his father's health, emphasizing his father's resilience and toughness.
He emphasized his intention to dedicate his time to discussing addiction and recovery, hoping to bridge America's political divides through his advocacy. When questioned about his father's debate performance during the 2024 presidential campaign, Hunter attributed the poor showing to physical exhaustion from extensive travel, though he raised concerns about whether his father's cancer may have already been affecting his health.
Hunter firmly stated his disinterest in pursuing elected politics, focusing instead on helping others overcome addiction.
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