President Joe Biden recently pardoned his son, Hunter Biden, who was facing federal charges for tax evasion and illegally owning a firearm.
This decision has caused a big debate across the country. Some people see it as the President helping his son, while others believe it was necessary. Here are five simple reasons why President Biden decided to pardon Hunter:
1. Hunter Was Treated Unfairly
President Biden believes that his son, Hunter, was treated unfairly by the justice system. He said Hunter’s legal troubles were made worse because of who his father is. Many people think that Hunter was targeted because of politics, not just because of the crimes he was accused of.
2. The Justice System Was Influenced by Politics
President Biden felt that politics played a big role in how Hunter’s case was handled. He believed the justice system wasn’t being fair, and that his son didn’t get the same treatment as other people in similar situations. By pardoning Hunter, the President wanted to fix what he called a “mistake” in the legal process.
3.Hunter Has Turned His Life Around
Hunter has struggled with addiction in the past but has been sober for over five years. President Biden wanted to acknowledge his son’s efforts to improve his life. He believes that Hunter has shown he can change, and that he deserves another chance.
4. Presidents Have Done This Before**
Pardons by presidents are not new. Many past presidents have pardoned people in tricky situations. President Biden initially promised not to get involved in Hunter’s legal problems, but he decided this case was too unfair to ignore.
5. To Protect Hunter From Future Problems
Donald Trump is set to return as President, and there are fears that Hunter could face more legal issues if the new administration wants to investigate him further. By pardoning Hunter now, President Biden has ensured that his son won’t face more charges for the same issues.
Public Reactions
This decision has received mixed reactions. Some people believe President Biden abused his power to help his son. Others think it was the right thing to do to fix an unfair situation. Supporters of the President argue that everyone deserves a second chance, especially someone who has worked hard to overcome personal struggles.
As President Biden’s term ends and Donald Trump prepares to take office, this decision will remain a hot topic in American politics. It raises questions about how much power presidents should have to pardon people, especially family members, and whether this sets a good example for the country.
