Shocking U-Turn: Joe Biden Pardons Hunter Biden in Stunning Reversal

In a significant and controversial decision, U.S. President Joe Biden issued “a full and unconditional” pardon to his son, Hunter Biden, for his convictions on federal gun and tax charges. The White House announced the decision in a statement released on Sunday, marking a notable shift from Biden’s earlier stance, where he had vowed not to use his executive authority to pardon or commute his son’s sentence.

Hunter Biden was scheduled for sentencing on 12 December for federal gun charges, with sentencing in the tax case set for four days later. The cases have been at the center of political and legal controversies, drawing significant public and media attention.

In his statement, President Biden emphasized his commitment to maintaining the independence of the Justice Department. “I have long maintained that I would not interfere with the Justice Department’s decision-making, and I kept my word even as I have watched my son being selectively, and unfairly, prosecuted,” Biden remarked.

The pardon has sparked mixed reactions, with critics questioning the implications of a sitting president pardoning his own family member, while supporters argue it reflects Biden’s belief in justice amid what he views as disproportionate scrutiny on his son.

This development is expected to reignite debates over executive powers and fairness in high-profile prosecutions, keeping Hunter Biden’s legal troubles a central topic in U.S. political discourse.