While the president cannot pardon offenses under state law, he can under D.C. law — simply because it’s not a state.

The president also threw his support behind Wes Moore, the Democratic nominee for Maryland governor, calling him “the real deal.”

Biden picked up some items at Honey Made, a store located in Barracks Row that sells hand crafted or locally made goods.

D.C.’s nominee, Matthew M. Graves, has not yet been confirmed.

Biden gathered for lunch with first lady Jill Biden, Vice President Kamala Harris, and second gentleman Doug Emhoff.

Marootian will serve as the Special Assistant to the President for Climate and Science Agency Personnel.