United Sates Press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre during a press conference in Washington DC, defended Hunter Biden, citing legal opinions. While addressing the media, she said that none can be criminally prosecuted with such offences.
US President Joe Biden on Sunday granted presidential pardon to his son Hunter Biden who was convicted of federal gun charges and tax offenses.
On December 1, 2024, President Joe Biden granted a controversial pardon to his son, Hunter Biden. While Biden had previously vowed not to intervene in his son's legal matters he ultimately changed his position. But how powerful is a presidential pardon? Watch the video to know more.
Since the controversy erupted, US President Joe Biden had said that he would not use his presidential powers for the benefit of his family. In fact, White House iterated same conviction after Trump's victory, considering which the latest decision has surprised many.
Hunter Biden was accused of failing to pay $1.4 million in taxes while spending huge sums of money on drugs, sex workers and luxury properties. His decision to plead guilty avoids an embarrassing criminal trial for the Biden family ahead of the November election.
Hunter was found guilty of lying to a federally licensed gun dealer, making a false claim on the application form that he was not addicted to drugs and illegally possessing the firearm for 11 days. He also faces a trial on charges of failing to pay $1.4 million in taxes.
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