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.

  • Allonzee@lemmy.world
    3819·
    8 hours ago

    Just like Harris going to Hawaii immediately after her loss, this sends a clear message.

    “I don’t give a fuck. This was always about personal power and wealth.”

    Just incase anyone thought the DNC would actually use their defeat as a reason to soul search about how their neoliberal policies no longer serve the people and that’s why people aren’t coming out to vote.

    • Hadriscus@lemm.ee
      112·
      4 hours ago

      I don’t understand, why her being in Hawaii means she doesn’t give a fuck ?

      • stoly@lemmy.world
        1·
        12 minutes ago

        Seriously. Everyone involved was exhausted and there was nothing else for them to do except rest and recover. If they’d won, they’d still be going at it preparing to enter office while Trump went to Mar a Lago and tweeted.

    • Ghostalmedia@lemmy.worldEnglish
      344·
      7 hours ago

      Harris was in Hawaii 2 weeks after losing the election. She was gone for less than a week. Why is it bad to want to decompress for half a heartbeat after a crazy campaign?

      And as for Hunter. Trump has packed the federal law enforcement agencies with corrupt MAGA nuts who want political retribution. Hunter will not be treated fairly.

      Moreover, pardoning him highlights the conflict of interest that the GOP gladly ignored with Trump’s first term. If the GOP wants to prevent presidents from pardoning people they’re personally associated with, the Dems will happily join that vote.

      • Shardikprime@lemmy.world
        77·
        3 hours ago

        I mean have a shred of sympathy for your voter who can’t do the same

        My god you people are disconnected from reality.

        Then you wonder why trump wins. Y’all are unhinged if at least can’t see that