On Sunday, Biden announced that he had signed a pardon for his son.

Today, I signed a pardon for my son Hunter, Biden wrote in a statement.

Hunter Biden wasconvictedearlier this year on federal gun charges, and later pleaded guilty to federal tax charges.

WASHINGTON, DC - JULY 11: U.S. Sen. Joe Manchin (I-WV) leaves the U.S. Capitol for a private meeting between Senate Democrats and U.S. President Joe Biden’s senior advisors Mike Donlion, Steve Richetti and campaign chair Jen O’Malley Dillon at the Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee on July 11, 2024 in Washington, DC. The party leadership is facing mounting pressure to strengthen its control over members, amidst varying levels of support for President Biden’s bid for re-election. (Photo by Tierney L. Cross/Getty Images)

Sen. Joe Manchin on July 11, 2024 in Washington, D.C.Tierney L. Cross/Getty Images

He reiterated that stance shortly afterward.

I will not pardon him, hesaidwhile speaking at an event a week after his interview with Muir.