Biden's recent pardon of Hunter for gun possession and tax evasion has prompted bipartisan criticism, with many highlighting the hypocrisy in his actions compared to his past claims.
Critics question why Biden hasn’t used his presidential pardon powers more broadly if he truly opposes the justice system's overreach, making his actions seem exceptional.
Despite acknowledging the crisis of mass incarceration during his campaign, Biden's lack of clemency actions raises questions about his commitment to criminal justice reform.
The situation illustrates a troubling inconsistently; while Biden signals an intention to use clemency aggressively, only a handful of pardons have been granted.
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