President Joe Biden refused to consult the DOJ’s Office of the Pardon Attorney before pardoning Hunter Biden.
Presidents typically consult the office when making pardon decisions.
The refusal ignored standard procedure and disregarded institutional norms, leaving the pardon office stunned by the tactic, a source told Politico.
The Office of the Pardon Attorney is usually tasked with recommending complete pardons for felons who completed prison sentences, the New York Times reported.