The decision, which was first reported by NBC News, is a reversal for the president, who repeatedly said he would not use his authority to pardon his son or commute his sentence.

Summary

President Joe Biden pardoned his son Hunter Biden, reversing his prior stance against using executive clemency.

The pardon covers Hunter’s federal gun conviction and tax evasion guilty plea, sparking political controversy.

Biden cited political attacks and a “miscarriage of justice” as reasons for his decision, emphasizing his son’s recovery from addiction and the targeting of his family.

Critics argue the move undermines the judicial process, while supporters view it as within Biden’s constitutional powers.

This decision shields Hunter from potential prison time as Biden nears the end of his presidency.

  • Ensign_Crab@lemmy.worldEnglish
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    1 day ago

    Democrats insist on integrity when it means we’re getting fucked over, but don’t give a shit about integrity when they can save their relatives.

    They adhere to norms like their opponents aren’t fighting dirty because it ain’t them suffering the consequences of their unwillingness to fight back effectively. They have the luxury of Marquess of Queensbury rules because they ain’t the ones who gotta tank the punches. They ain’t the ones spittin’ chicklets in this fight. That’s us gettin’ beat up.

    But let one of their spoiled ilk be in danger and all their vaunted integrity vanishes.