Mon Dec 02 00:20:00 UTC 2024: **President Biden to Pardon Son Hunter Biden**
**Washington, D.C.** – In a stunning reversal, President Joe Biden is set to issue a full pardon to his son, Hunter Biden, according to a senior White House official. The announcement is expected Sunday night. This decision comes despite the President’s repeated public statements that he would not use his executive authority to pardon or commute his son’s sentences.
Hunter Biden faces sentencing on December 12th for federal gun charges and on December 16th for tax evasion charges. The pardon will cover both convictions.
The President’s decision, made over the weekend, marks a significant shift in his stance. Just months ago, in June, President Biden publicly declared he would not pardon his son. This assertion was reiterated by White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre as recently as this month.
While the White House initially maintained the President’s position remained unchanged, this latest development reveals internal deliberations on the matter since at least June, involving close presidential aides. The President’s decision is reportedly influenced by his nearing the end of his term and the absence of any future election campaigns.
Hunter Biden’s legal troubles have been a focal point for Republicans who have accused both him and the President of corruption. The GOP criticism intensified after a plea deal in July collapsed, leading to the appointment of a special counsel.
The pardon is certain to reignite intense political debate, particularly given the potential for a 42-year maximum sentence (though such sentences are rarely imposed for these types of crimes). Legal experts, such as former White House Counsel Neil Eggleston, have previously advised the President to grant a pardon.
The White House has yet to release an official statement. The pardon’s impact on the political landscape and the ongoing investigations into the President’s son remains to be seen.
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