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Jean-Pierre reiterated that the president wrestled with this decision due to evolving circumstances, emphasizing recent political pressures from Republican lawmakers who had stated their intent to pursue Hunter Biden legally. This evolving political landscape contributed to the president's change in stance.
Furthermore, Jean-Pierre addressed concerns about the perception that the president’s actions could lead to political ramifications for incoming adversaries. The discussions surrounding pardons and potential “preemptive” actions were characterized as commonplace in political transitions, with significant bipartisan efforts underscoring the aid to Ukraine.