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.

    • GhostalmediaEnglish
      18•7 hours ago

      That ship sailed 4 years ago with Roger Stone, Steve Bannon, Mike Flynn, George Papadopoulos, etc.

    • @DarkFutureEnglish
      7•6 hours ago

      precedent.

      Yeah that hasn’t mattered for about a decade now.

    • @theparadoxEnglish
      13•7 hours ago

      The only time precedent ever matters to conservatives is if it works in their favor.