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.

  • yarr@feddit.nlEnglish
    38·
    1 day ago

    But then the Democrats will BECOME the barbarians. Do not stoop to the level of sloppy populism – behave honorably and it will pay off in the long-term.

    • btaf45@lemmy.world
      3·
      15 hours ago

      behave honorably and it will pay off in the long-term.

      We found out in 2024 that is not true. Voters are perfectly willing to vote for the most dishonorable candidate ever to run for office.

      • yarr@feddit.nlEnglish
        11·
        3 hours ago

        2024 is not long term. This is not the last election.

          • yarr@feddit.nlEnglish
            11·
            3 hours ago

            It failed in the short term. We still have the whole remainder of USA history (whatever that ends up being). Despite what parties will have you believe, there is a life outside of the run up to the election and inauguration. There is also a Democrat presence at lower levels, for example, in the state and county contexts. I would prefer it if the whole world doesn’t rush to emulate Trump in their approach to the world, as I don’t think it’s the best long term plan for our country.

            Faith in promises made by presidents is at an all time low and I don’t think we need to do more to further degrade that.

    • DarkFuture@lemmy.worldEnglish
      81·
      1 day ago

      behave honorably and it will pay off in the long-term.

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