That way Hillary doesn't become president, the Clinton name is still besmirched so that Chelsea's budding political career is toast, and Obama's own legacy is besmirched.
If it is seen that Obama is pardoning Hillary to protect himself from closer examination, then he might be seen as a pariah and lose some potential speaking fees.
Maybe he and Michelle would have to go into exile to their compound in Hawaii (or the one rumored in Dubai).
That would be a godsend.
My friend in DC said there is a bunch of stuff coming out to make her unelectable
Note from my neice whose friend worked for Newt for what it is worth
That he bought the p[lace seems to be more solid than a rumor.
You do understand, that for liberals that is a resume enhancer?
He'd probably be able to double his fees.
Might even make him a shoe in for UN Secretary-General.
Actually, that's the worst.
The possibility that a member of the RICO activity grants her a pardon, because there are no family jewels in the entire House of Representatives to prevent him. The House has that legal ultimate Constitutional power.
The only remaining question is : it the national trauma to impeach him worse?
Or the ultimate results of NOT preventing Hillary from getting away with multiple felonies?
Precedent.
If Hillary loses, Obama will pardon her in his lame duck.