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The blanket pardon issued to Hunter Biden eliminates any forthcoming sentencing proceedings, particularly concerning the federal tax evasion and gun charges that were slated for mid-December. However, it is important to note that this pardon only applies to federal offenses. State charges, if any, remain outside of the President's purview and could still come into play as investigations continue.
As tension builds with contrasting viewpoints on the necessity and appropriateness of the pardon, questions arise regarding the broader implications for presidential powers. Presidents have historically wielded significant authority to grant pardons, a power that has led to controversy during previous administrations as well.