President Biden prioritizes family over politics, supporting son Hunter | World News
President Biden had appeared determined. He had insisted that the Justice Department would be left to make its own decisions.
Hunter Biden would not receive clemency for his gun and tax convictions simply because he was the president’s son.
However, things have changed since he withdrew from the presidential race. With only a few weeks left in his political career, President Biden’s legacy will likely be defined more by his inability to prevent the country from shifting towards the Republicans under Donald Trump than by a potential last-minute pardon for his son, as previously suggested.
Although it may be seen as a reversal, it is not surprising that he is prioritizing his family.
The decision was made public after a weekend in Nantucket, a traditional Thanksgiving getaway spot for the Biden family.
Hunter, along with his wife and four-year-old son, Beau, named after his late brother who passed away from brain cancer, were present. His sister Ashley and the first lady were also in attendance, showcasing the tight-knit family bond.
Senator Joe Biden first visited Nantucket for Thanksgiving in 1975 with Jill, Beau, and Hunter after the tragic loss of his first wife and baby daughter in a car accident.
President Biden has faced immense personal tragedies, including the recent struggles of Hunter Biden with substance abuse. His words about prioritizing family carry significant weight: “I hope Americans will understand why a father and a president would come to this decision.”
The Bidens have consistently maintained that the legal actions against Hunter Biden were driven by Donald Trump’s political motives to target his opponent.
By issuing a broad pardon that shields Hunter Biden from any potential crimes dating back to January 1, 2014, President Biden is ensuring his son’s protection from further legal scrutiny, particularly regarding alleged improper business dealings in China and Ukraine, a key Republican controversy.
President Biden is going all out to protect his son, a move that may raise questions among Republicans.