Implications of Political Familial Pardons

The pardon places Joe Biden among a select group of presidents who have used their power to absolve family members of legal troubles, notably joins the ranks of Bill Clinton and Donald Trump. Hunter Biden's cases, particularly the allegations of tax evasion and gun possession, are serious offenses that could typically invite significant penalties, making the pardon controversial. Comparisons have been drawn between Hunter's pardon and the unjust treatment faced by those involved in the January 6th events, posing questions about equity in the justice system and the potential weaponization of pardons in political discourse. This act has led many to challenge the credibility of Biden's previous statements about not pardoning his son, leaving a shadow on his presidency and sparking debates about the ethical implications of familial pardons.