President Biden issues pardon for son Hunter on gun, tax convictions

Category: Politics

President Joe Biden pardoned his son, Hunter Biden, on Sunday, reversing previous statements against using presidential powers for family benefit. This decision comes ahead of Hunter's sentencing for federal felony gun and tax convictions, which Biden claims were politically motivated. Hunter faced serious charges, including lying on a gun purchase form and failing to pay taxes, but he expressed gratitude for the pardon and a commitment to helping others.

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Update At: 12/2/2024

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