Pardon who? Hunter Biden case renews ethical debate over use and limits of peculiar presidential power (The Conversation) — Despite the controversy surrounding them, presidential pardons can provide a service – the question is how they are used. The post Pardon who? Hunter Biden case renews ethical debate over use and limits of peculiar presidential power appeared first on RNS.

Biden to Dole Out 19 Medals of Freedom, and One Unmistakable Message With a recipient list stocked with old-guard icons and political backers, the president is signaling support for the establishment his successor wants to tear down.

‘The Interview’: Antony Blinken Insists He and Biden Made the Right Calls At the end of a tenure marked by war and division, the outgoing secretary of state defends his legacy on Gaza and Ukraine and says he’s made America stronger.

Biden Honors Police Officers and Veterans With Medals at White House The president recognized five officers who responded to a 2023 school shooting at a private Christian school in Tennessee, and veterans of the Korean and Vietnam wars.

Hunter Biden case renews ethical debate over use and limits of peculiar presidential power (The Conversation) — Despite the controversy surrounding them, presidential pardons can provide a service – the question is how they are used. The post Hunter Biden case renews ethical debate over use and limits of peculiar presidential power appeared first on RNS.

Biden Blocks Takeover Bid of U.S. Steel by Japan’s Nippon The president said he was moving to protect national security in deciding the fate of the iconic Pennsylvania-based company, which became a contentious political issue in an election year.

Eyeing Potential Bird Flu Outbreak, Biden Administration Ramps Up Preparedness The administration is committing an additional $306 million toward battling the virus, and will distribute the money before President-elect Donald J. Trump takes office.

Biden Plans to Block Takeover Bid of U.S. Steel by Japan’s Nippon The president’s announcement of the fate of the iconic Pennsylvania-based company, which became a contentious political issue in an election year, is expected as soon as Friday.

Biden Celebrates a Milestone on Judicial Confirmations After a Major Push by Democrats In remarks on Thursday, the president praised Senate Democrats for helping him confirm 235 federal judges, surpassing Donald J. Trump’s first-term total.

Biden Officials Prepare for Potential Bird Flu Outbreak With Added Money The administration is committing an additional $306 million toward battling the virus, and will distribute the money before President-elect Donald J. Trump takes office.

‘Hanging Out With Jimmy Carter,’ Biden Faces the Echoes of History President Biden is yet another one-term Democrat hurt by inflation and struggling to free hostages before leaving office. But Mr. Carter’s enhanced reputation offers hope that he too may be remembered more favorably.

Trump, Biden and Other U.S. Presidents Pay Tribute to Jimmy Carter The living members of the exclusive club of Oval Office occupants said Mr. Carter would be remembered for his efforts to promote peace and democracy.

Joe Biden, the Presidency and the Messiness of Being Human Blame is simplistic. Might I suggest that there is another way to understand what happened with the president? A more humane way?

A Reflective Biden Harbors Some Regrets as His Term Winds Down President Biden will seek solace and “relief” during a visit with Pope Francis next month, according to people familiar with his plans. His public comments have offered a glimpse into what is on his mind.

Regrets? Biden May Have a Few. President Biden will seek solace and “relief” during a visit with Pope Francis next month, according to people familiar with his plans. His public comments have offered a glimpse into what is on his mind.

The Three Death Row Prisoners Biden Chose Not to Spare President Biden commuted the sentences of 37 men on federal death row but declined to save the lives of three men convicted of “hate-motivated mass murder” or “terrorism.”

Biden commutes sentences of 37 on federal death row, three remain WASHINGTON (RNS) — ‘I am more convinced than ever that we must stop the use of the death penalty at the federal level,’ Biden said in his statement. The post Biden commutes sentences of 37 on federal death row, three remain appeared first on RNS.

Biden Commutes 37 Death Sentences Ahead of Trump’s Plan to Resume Federal Executions Those affected by the president’s action on Monday are still subject to life imprisonment without the possibility of parole. Three men will remain on federal death row.

Trump and Biden, Make the Hostages Your Priority I was held captive in Gaza. Healing will only happen when all the captives have been brought home.

Biden Signs Spending Bill, Finalizing End to Shutdown Drama President Biden’s signature, while technically coming after the midnight deadline for a shutdown, ensured that there would be no lapse in government funding.