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.

  • nifty@lemmy.world
    284·
    1 day ago

    Stop, please.

    I believe in the goodness in people more than is optimistically allowed, but even I am forced to acknowledge the existence of sociopaths and psychopaths who abuse the good will of innocents and well-meaning people alike.

    Sociopaths and psychopaths will always make fun of those they abuse, and they will use the morals and ethics of people against them.

    • Cleggory@lemmy.world
      321·
      1 day ago

      Sociopaths and psychopaths will always make fun of those they abuse, and they will use the morals and ethics of people simple hypocrites against them.

      You are a simple hypocrite.

      • Acemod@lemmy.world
        101·
        1 day ago

        Wow, dude calls out shitty people and you decide to claim solidarity with the shitty people.

      • mindbleach
        1·
        1 day ago

        The wise man bowed his head solemnly and spoke, “There is actually zero difference between good and bad things. You imbecile. You fucking moron.”