Hunter Biden says his presidential pardon was “not good” for America and for the reputation of his father, former US President Joe Biden. Speaking after the decision, Hunter Biden acknowledges that although he received the pardon, it has not produced positive outcomes for public trust or perceptions of his family.
The outlets report his remarks as part of his broader comments about the circumstances surrounding the pardon and its significance. Yahoo UK and The Independent both focus on Hunter Biden’s assessment that the pardon’s effects were unfavorable, including damage to his father’s standing. The Independent adds a quoted framing in which Hunter Biden suggests he was the only person able to obtain the pardon from the president who could grant it.
While the phrasing and emphasis differ—particularly around his quoted remarks and interpretation—the core point they share is Hunter Biden’s public acknowledgement that the pardon has negative implications for the country and for his father’s reputation.
