US President Joe Biden explains reason for pardoning his son

03 December, 2024, 10:25 am

Last modified: 03 December, 2024, 10:27 am

US President Joe Biden explains reason for pardoning his son

03 December, 2024, 10:25 am

Last modified: 03 December, 2024, 10:27 am

United States President Joe Biden's decision to pardon his son Hunter for tax and firearm-related convictions has sparked criticism from lawmakers and officials, including some within his own Democratic Party. The Biden administration on Monday defended the announcement, which the president made despite his previous pledge not to pardon his son, because Hunter's persecution was political in nature.

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