“Unveiling the Secrets: The Surprising Stories Behind America’s Most Controversial Presidential Pardons”

"Unveiling the Secrets: The Surprising Stories Behind America's Most Controversial Presidential Pardons"

1977: Jimmy Carter pardons Vietnam War draft dodgers in exchange for having somewhere to stay in Canada whenever he’s in town. 

1981: Ronald Reagan pardons John Hinckley Jr. in a misguided attempt to impress Jodie Foster.

1992: George H.W. Bush pardons several turkeys for their role in the Iran-Contra affair. 

2001: After having his blindfold removed, Bill Clinton offers a full and enthusiastic pardon of Patty Hearst.

2024: Joe Biden pardons himself to go take a nice, long nap for the rest of his presidency. 

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