Shocking Turn: Joe Biden Pardons Son Hunter, Breaking Promise Amid Heated Controversy

In a surprising turn of events, outgoing U.S. President Joe Biden has granted a full pardon to his son, Hunter Biden, sparing him from potential jail time for federal felony gun and tax convictions. The decision, announced late Sunday night, marks a departure from Biden’s earlier promises not to use presidential powers for his family’s benefit.

Hunter Biden faced impending sentencing for a trial conviction in a federal gun case and a guilty plea on tax charges. The pardon comes just weeks before these sentences were to be handed down and less than two months before President-elect Donald Trump’s scheduled return to the White House.

Previously, President Biden had publicly stated that he would not intervene in his son’s legal troubles. However, his recent decision has sparked widespread debate, with critics accusing him of prioritizing familial loyalty over accountability. Biden justified his actions, citing what he called “unfair and selective prosecution” of his son, while reaffirming his respect for the Justice Department’s independence.

The pardon has fueled political and public controversy, with opponents viewing it as a misuse of presidential authority and supporters defending Biden’s actions as a father’s stand against perceived injustice.

This decision is likely to add further tension to the already polarized political landscape as President-elect Trump prepares to take office. The Hunter Biden case, which has been a focal point of political attacks and media scrutiny, will continue to shape debates on ethics, executive power, and justice in the months ahead.