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.

  • blockheadjt@sh.itjust.works
    53·
    20 days ago

    So if you knew your son was about to be thrown in prison by your political opponents, you would do nothing? Then feel good about yourself?

    Are you an asshole or a liar? Or both?

    • ToastedPlanet@lemmy.blahaj.zoneEnglish
      54·
      20 days ago

      To answer your question, I wouldn’t feel good, I would feel great.

      I don’t care what you think I am. I want justice. The American people want justice. This isn’t justice. It’s corruption. We shouldn’t want corruption in the government, because that’s how countries deteriorate.

      People want to live in a country with a fair justice system. Biden contributed to the system he says was unfair to his son and then saves his son from it. Biden is fucking off with his family, they got theirs. We don’t have a reason to defend Biden anymore. Blue MAGA isn’t useful for winning elections.