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Discussion on President Joe Biden's Expected Pardon of U.S. Veterans Convicted under Anti-Gay Military Law

President Joe Biden is expected to pardon U.S. veterans convicted under a military law banning gay sex, benefiting around 2,000 individuals and potentially allowing access to previously withheld benefits. However, the pardon excludes those convicted of non-consensual acts like rape, and the Pentagon continues to review discharged individuals based on sexual orientation.

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