Michael Cohen pleas for Biden presidential pardon: 'I'm somebody's Son also'
Former Trump attorney Michael Cohen is urgently requesting President Biden to grant him a pardon, similar to how he pardoned his son Hunter before President-elect Donald Trump assumes office.
Efforts for a Pardon
Cohen discussed his plea for a pardon from the Biden administration on MSNBC's "The Weekend" show, expressing concerns about the potential for prosecution under Trump's administration if he is not pardoned. He argued that Biden has a responsibility to protect him and other critics of Trump, just as he protected his son Hunter.
"I have applied for a presidential pardon because I believe that Joe Biden owes me the same protection that he gave to his own son," Cohen stated. "I expect to receive the same pardon he granted his son, as well as anyone else on Trump's enemies list, whether they request it or not. Having experienced 51 days in solitary confinement, I can attest that it is a miserable experience."
Response from MSNBC Host
MSNBC host Symone Sanders acknowledged Cohen's concerns about being targeted by Trump but disagreed with his comparison to Hunter Biden.
"While you are certainly somebody's son, you are not the president's son like Hunter Biden is," Sanders explained. "Biden's decision to pardon Hunter was primarily based on their familial relationship."
Taking Trump Seriously
Cohen emphasized the importance of recognizing Trump as a credible threat, noting that Trump follows through on his intentions to achieve his goals, despite the timeline.
"It is crucial to take Donald Trump's words seriously," Cohen warned. "He has been consistent in his actions and is likely to continue with the support of his administration in pursuing his objectives."
Legal Troubles and Criticism
Cohen served three years in prison for various federal crimes, including tax evasion, campaign finance violations, and lying to Congress while working for Trump. Since then, he has become an outspoken critic of the president-elect and testified against Trump in a New York criminal case.
Continued Debate
Biden faced criticism for pardoning his son Hunter in December, despite his initial reluctance to do so. As his term comes to a close, Biden is still contemplating preemptive pardons for individuals like former GOP Rep. Liz Cheney and Dr. Anthony Fauci, who have been targets of Trump's administration.
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