In a bold move, a prominent Democrat lawmaker has proposed a preemptive pardon for President-elect Donald Trump, aiming to foster national unity.

Following a precedent set by President Joe Biden’s pardon of his son, Hunter, Rep. Jim Clyburn (D-SC) has suggested pardoning Donald Trump to avoid future political conflicts, as the Daily Caller reports.

On Thursday, Clyburn revealed on NewsNation's The Hill that he had discussed with President Biden's staff the idea of pardoning not only Donald Trump but also several other notable figures. This proposal was aimed at defusing ongoing political tensions and facilitating a smoother administration.

Clyburn emphasized that he had not yet spoken directly to President Biden but had conveyed his message through Biden's team. His suggestion includes preemptive pardons for figures such as Former Wyoming Republican Rep. Liz Cheney, special counsel Jack Smith, and Dr. Anthony Fauci.

Discussion on Preemptive Pardons Takes Center Stage

The notion of preemptive pardons was further discussed on popular media platforms. The hosts of the Pod Save America podcast pondered the implications of pardoning political figures like Cheney and Fauci, echoing Clyburn's sentiment of moving past continuous legal battles.

Biden's staff reportedly listened to Clyburn's proposal attentively and promised to relay his suggestions to the President. This development shows a potentially significant shift in how the Biden administration might handle post-election legal challenges and political disputes.

On Monday, NewsNation host Chris Cuomo and ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith further analyzed Clyburn’s proposal. Smith particularly advocated for a forward-looking approach, suggesting that the focus should shift away from past confrontations and towards future governance.

Clyburn's Justification for Preemptive Pardons

"I have not urged the president directly, but I did have that discussion with the members of his staff that I thought he ought to do that," Clyburn stated, highlighting his intention to "clear the air" in the nation.

He added, "I think that we are trying to run a government on behalf of all the people of this country, and if we spend all our time going forward pursuing Trump or Trump pursuing others, that is what we need to get off the table."

Expanding on his point, Clyburn argued for a preemptive pardon to prevent future legal entanglements that could distract from governing. "And as soon as he gets to the point where he can get the credit for it, he’ll do it. And so, I asked the president to move forward doing this," he explained.

Public Reaction and Speculation

Smith's commentary on the matter was blunt and to the point: "Enough’s enough. You know what? You’re the Democrats, you lost the election. You got your butt whipped," he declared, reflecting a sentiment that the election results should prompt a reassessment of political strategies.

He also pointed out that numerous cases against Trump had been dismissed and that any ongoing legal actions are likely to be appealed, suggesting a possibly futile pursuit if continued.

With Clyburn awaiting a response from President Biden, the political community and the public are keenly observing how the President might respond to this unconventional but potentially reconciliatory gesture.