President Joe Biden said he had not made a decision about issuing preemptive pardons before leaving office, leaving the door open to an unprecedented move to protect some of his allies as he warned President-elect Donald Trump against trying to “settle scores.

Biden entered the White House four years ago after campaigning on a "battle for the soul of the nation" following four years of Trump. But on Jan. 20, he will be attending Trump's inauguration ceremony outside the Capitol as his successor ‒ and predecessor ‒ takes the Oath of Office to cap a remarkable White House return.

Susan Page, USA TODAY's Washington Bureau chief, exclusively interviewed outgoing President Joe Biden about his legacy, the 2024 election and more.