Joe Biden declared he was commuting nearly 2,500 non-violent drug offenders' sentences, asserting that they received disproportionately longer sentences than current law would dictate.
Biden's clemency actions address long-standing injustices in drug sentencing, correcting disparities between crack and powder cocaine and obsolete enhancements for drug crimes.
The President's decision reflects a broader acknowledgment of the need for criminal justice reform and has drawn both praise and criticism, particularly regarding his son, Hunter.
Clemency campaigns have gained momentum, emphasizing the importance of addressing wrongful convictions and excessive sentences for individuals involved in nonviolent offenses.
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