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.

  • DarkFuture@lemmy.worldEnglish
    139·
    18 days ago

    We fought against the Republicans to prevent misuse of executive powers exactly like this.

    And we lost.

    Americans want corruption. We voted explicitly for it.

    No point in taking the high road or honoring decorum anymore. It doesn’t work to win elections in America.

    • Furbag@lemmy.world
      89·
      18 days ago

      I don’t want to live in an America where the government is run by people who are in a race to the bottom. I won’t be complicit in the corruption. It’s time to call a stone a stone.

      • DarkFuture@lemmy.worldEnglish
        102·
        18 days ago

        I don’t want to live in an America where the government is run by people who are in a race to the bottom.

        You already do.

        I won’t be complicit in the corruption.

        Have fun changing it. The majority of Americans just disagreed with you and voted for blatant corruption.