President Joe Biden dismissed the idea of pardoning himself as he considers using his clemency powers to protect critics of President-elect Donald Trump, who has promised to seek revenge when he returns to the White House on Jan. 20.
“Myself? Why should I pardon myself? No, I have no contemplation of pardoning myself. I didn’t do anything wrong,” Biden told reporters Friday during impromptu remarks and a Q&A session at the White House.
Biden confirmed he is considering issuing preemptive pardons in response to Trump’s rhetoric and the people the president-elect has nominated for important positions within his prospective administration.
With 10 days remaining in his own administration, Biden reflected on his post-presidency plans after the White House announced Friday he would address the nation in a prime-time speech next Wednesday.
“I’m not going to be out…
