Hunter Biden has publicly acknowledged that his father, former President Joe Biden’s, pardon of him was not beneficial to his father’s legacy. In a BBC interview, Biden admitted the pardon was “not good” for the U.S. Constitution, the American people, or his father’s image. Despite this assessment, he expressed deep gratitude for the pardon itself, stating he is thankful his father took the action. The pardon occurred shortly before Joe Biden left office in January 2025. The interview also revealed that the former president is battling cancer, with his prostate cancer having metastasized to his bones in 2025. Hunter Biden’s candid comments offer a rare glimpse into the complexities surrounding the controversial decision.