The Fox News Politics newsletter provides updates on the Trump transition, exclusive interviews, and other political content. One headline discusses five things to watch for regarding immigration and border security in 2025. Another highlights Trump’s response to Biden’s pardon of Hunter Biden, questioning the fairness of the decision. Republicans have criticized Biden’s claim that “no one is above the law” following the Hunter pardon, with some calling it a broken promise.
White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre faced questions about Biden’s decision to pardon his son Hunter, despite previous denials that such a pardon would occur. The press secretary emphasized that Biden had struggled with the decision and reiterated the president’s commitment to honesty with the American people. Lawmakers sharply criticized the pardon, calling it a betrayal of Biden’s promise not to grant special treatment to his family.
In other news, President Biden’s trip to Africa has been criticized for policies that were “over-promised and under-delivered,” while China expands its influence on the continent. Special counsel denies that the prosecution of Hunter Biden was vindictive or selective, pushing back against accusations of bias. Biden’s decision to block new mining in a region that produces a significant portion of the nation’s coal has been met with criticism, with some calling it a disaster.
In the midst of these controversies, Jill Biden has spoken out in support of the pardon of her son Hunter. The Biden administration is set to announce a $725 million weapons package to Ukraine, which some view as a political move ahead of Trump’s potential return to office. Meanwhile, Trump’s victory in the United States has boosted conservatives in Latin America, sending a message to dictators about consequences for their actions.
In Capitol Hill news, Rep. Mike Johnson criticized Biden’s handling of justice following the Hunter pardon, calling it irreparably damaged. House Democrats have also faced criticism over the pardon, with some calling it a setback for the party. A House staffer was arrested after ammunition was found in their bag, adding to the tension in Washington. And as Republicans aim to secure a one-seat majority in the House, a single House race stands between them and their goal.
Across America, Gov. Newsom of California has proposed funding to “Trump-proof” the state against legal battles with the Trump administration. Experts see a shift towards tougher-on-crime policies in blue and purple states, while New York City grapples with a large population of criminal migrants. A select committee has suggested that COVID-19 may have leaked from a lab in Wuhan and criticized social distancing measures as not based on science. For more updates on the Trump presidential transition, incoming Congress, and exclusive interviews, visit FoxNews.com.
