As President Joe Biden's term draws to a close, a wave of new pardons is anticipated, stirring debate nationwide.

The White House has revealed that Biden could be poised to grant a series of controversial pardons, sparking discussions on fairness and potential conflicts of interest, as Breitbart reports.

On Dec. 4, White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre announced that President Biden is expected to issue additional pardons before his term concludes.

This statement has led to widespread speculation about the recipients and motives behind these impending pardons.

Politico has reported that Biden is considering preemptive pardons for several allies in Congress and key federal officials, including figures such as Liz Cheney, Adam Schiff, and Anthony Fauci. This has raised concerns about the potential for political bias in the clemency process.

Republican Concerns and Family Pardons Speculation

There is growing concern among Republicans that Biden might extend pardon privileges to family members linked to the family business, adding another layer of controversy to the discussions.

When questioned about the treatment of clemency petitions compared to Hunter Biden's case, Jean-Pierre provided no specifics but confirmed that more announcements regarding clemency are to be expected.

She reiterated the president's careful consideration of the clemency process, stating, "Expect President Joe Biden to issue more pardons 'at the end of this term.’"

Democratic Push for Preemptive Pardons

Amid these unfolding events, Democrats and some media allies have urged Biden to issue preemptive pardons for a variety of individuals, including Christopher Wray, Mark Milley, Nancy Pelosi, Adam Kinzinger, and Jack Smith.

There are even calls for Biden to pardon himself to protect against potential legal challenges from future administrations.

Jill Wine-Banks, a former Watergate prosecutor, has voiced strong support for these preemptive pardons. She argues that they are necessary to shield against what she perceives as unjust targeting by a potential future Trump administration.

Wine-Banks specifically highlighted the anticipated harassment and possible charges against Biden,

"He will need a pardon because he is going to be harassed and charged for no crimes whatsoever," she stated, reflecting on promises made by Donald Trump.

Exploring the Legality of Self-Pardon

The idea of a president pardoning themselves has never been tested in court, which adds an element of uncertainty to these discussions.

Ken Klukowski, a Breitbart News contributor, explored this topic, noting the unprecedented nature of such an action within the context of American legal history.

"That, of course, includes Jack Smith and all of his staff, many Department of Justice lawyers.

It includes President Biden himself, although we don’t know that anyone can legally pardon themselves," said Wine-Banks, stressing the legal ambiguities surrounding self-pardons.

As Biden's term nears its end, the nation watches closely to see how the president will navigate these complex legal and ethical issues, particularly in the realms of justice and clemency.