Joe Biden has issued ‘a full and unconditional’ pardon to his son Hunter Biden, in a reversal for the presidentJoe Biden has issued a pardon for his son Hunter. Here is his statement in full:Today, I signed a pardon for my son Hunter. From the day I took office, I said I would not interfere with the Justice Department’s decision-making, and I kept my word even as I have watched my son being selectively, and unfairly, prosecuted. Without aggravating factors like use in a crime, multiple purchases, or buying a weapon as a straw purchaser, people are almost never brought to trial on felony charges solely for how they filled out a gun form. Those who were late paying their taxes because of serious addictions, but paid them back subsequently with interest and penalties, are typically given non-criminal resolutions. It is clear that Hunter was treated differently. Continue reading…
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Publish date : 2024-12-02 02:44:35
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Joe Biden’s statement on his decision to pardon Hunter – in full
