In what the White House described as the largest act of clemency in a single day in modern US history, President Biden commuted nearly 1,500 prison sentences and pardoned 39 people, showcasing a significant commitment to restorative justice.
In his statement, Biden expressed that he specifically chose to pardon individuals who have demonstrated successful rehabilitation and have committed to strengthening and securing their communities, emphasizing the importance of redemption.
Amid political backlash for pardoning his son, Republican critics accused Biden of having a different standard of justice for those with political ties, although the Biden administration defended the pardon as being politically motivated.
Progressive groups urged President Biden to act decisively on the pending clemency petitions, pointing out the nation's founding principles focused on providing second chances to those within the justice system.
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