Biden Faces Backlash After Pardoning Son Hunter for Federal Crimes

The sweeping pardon, covering a decade of potential offenses, has drawn criticism from Democrats and accusations of hypocrisy.

President Joe Biden issued a comprehensive pardon for his son, Hunter Biden, absolving him of all potential federal crimes from 2014 to 2024, including tax and gun convictions.
The pardon comes after Biden had repeatedly pledged not to pardon his son, leading to accusations of a major political reversal or possible dishonesty.
Democratic lawmakers, including Senators Gary Peters, Michael Bennett, and Tim Kaine, criticized the move as undermining public trust and the rule of law.
Biden defended the pardon as necessary to counter what he described as politically motivated and selective prosecution against his son.
The decision arrives as Donald Trump, now president-elect, assembles a controversial cabinet, raising concerns about potential retaliatory prosecutions under his administration.