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.

  • @DarkFutureEnglish
    2•1 day ago

    Lol.

    Taking the high road doesn’t matter anymore. It doesn’t win elections in America. Americans decided that a few weeks ago.

    • @[email protected]
      1•19 hours ago

      High road!?

      When I looked at my ballot, I saw Genocide Joe and Even-More-Genocide Don.

      I dont think a “high road” has been on the national ballot in my lifetime.

      • @DarkFutureEnglish
        1•1 hour ago

        Have you considered becoming an adult and making adult decisions? That means picking the lesser of two evils. If you’re an adult, you know that this is something you have to do repeatedly throughout your life to limit the amount of suffering you have to endure.