The president of the united states , Joe Biden has given an unconditional pardon to his son Hunter Biden, who was facing criminal cases , claiming that he was not treated fairly.
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| President Joe Biden and his son . |
Hunter pleaded guilty to tax evasion and was convicted of illegal drug use and possession of firearm in June where he was to find out what sentence he would receive in each of those cases .
This pardon, announced on Sunday, eliminates the threat of imprisonment for Hunter, who was facing potential penalties for these crimes.
The move has sparked significant public sentiment and has drawn sharp criticism from Biden's political adversaries, particularly within the Republican Party.
In his remarks, President Biden attributed the decision to what he termed "dirty politics" from his opponents, asserting the need to shield his family from political assaults.
Hunter Biden, who has faced challenges with drug addiction, expressed his intention to utilize this new chance to assist others dealing with similar issues.
Analysts interpret this action as a strategy by President Biden to safeguard his political legacy as he approaches the end of his term in January 2025.