Trump's Bold Moves: Pardons, Deportations, and Legal Battles

President-elect Donald Trump announces plans to pardon Jan. 6 defendants, supports the deportation of illegal immigrants, and upholds the nomination of Pete Hegseth despite allegations of misconduct. Concurrently, a large defamation verdict against Alex Jones stands, and the White House considers broader clemency after Hunter Biden's pardon.

President-elect Donald Trump has made a series of bold pre-office announcements. In a recent NBC News interview, Trump confirmed he would not replace Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell upon taking office.

Meanwhile, he vowed immediate action to pardon individuals involved in the January 6 Capitol riots and aims to deport all illegal immigrants during his tenure while seeking a deal for 'Dreamer' immigrants.

Additionally, Trump reaffirmed support for Pentagon nominee Pete Hegseth amidst misconduct allegations, and a $1.3 billion defamation verdict against Alex Jones was upheld. The White House ponders broader clemency post-Hunter Biden's pardon.

(With inputs from agencies.)