Staff Reports
In a surprising move that has left many scratching their heads, President Biden has pardoned his son, Hunter, from any offenses he may have committed over the past decade. This decision comes despite the President’s previous assertions that he would respect the judicial process and not intervene on behalf of his son. As the clock ticks forward into the holiday season, it seems Joe Biden decided to make this family Christmas a little bit brighter for Hunter—perhaps too bright, if you ask some observers.
Back in June, Hunter was found guilty of federal gun charges, and in September, he pled guilty to nine federal tax charges. He was scheduled for sentencing hearings in December, but with this pardon in place, those court dates have disappeared faster than cookies at a Christmas party. The pardon doesn’t just cover these recent transgressions; it spans from January 1, 2014, to December 1, 2024. That’s a lot of wiggle room for Hunter, especially considering he began working for Burisma, a Ukrainian energy company, right after this timeframe began.
Critics aren’t holding back their opinions about the situation. Many feel that this pardon sends a message that the law might not apply equally to everyone, especially for those whose last name happens to be Biden. Some allege that the President’s statements about not interfering in judicial matters smell a bit like old fish, especially since just last month, the White House press secretary denied that a pardon was in the works. One might ask if the Biden family has its own special set of rules—or perhaps a “get out of jail free” card tucked away with the Monopoly game pieces.
While some may argue a noble parent must help their child, critics of the pardon insist that Hunter had every opportunity to succeed without falling into a world of addiction and scandal. Many believe that it reflects a troubling trend of privilege that allows some to evade consequences. After all, countless Americans pull themselves up by their bootstraps every day, facing their challenges without a famous surname or a seat in the Oval Office backing them up.
As for Biden, he claims that politics played a significant role in Hunter’s legal troubles and maintains that there was a raw politicization of the justice system aimed at his son. This convoluted claim is hard to swallow for many, especially when one considers the track record of administration officials dodging straightforward questions about their conduct. The impression left behind is that the lid on this can of worms may very well remain tightly shut—not just for Hunter but for the curious citizens who want answers about the entire Biden family saga. It’s hard not to chuckle at the irony; a promise to tell the truth coming from a family that has tangled itself in so many questionable stories.
In the end, this scandal is not just a political talking point; it’s a story about family, power, and the chasms of justice that can sometimes form between the haves and the have-nots. As Americans gear up for the upcoming holiday season, they will undoubtedly be reflecting on not just what gifts are under the tree but what kind of justice is truly shared among all. For now, Hunter Biden can relax for the holidays. The President’s pardon has cleared his plate—at least for this decade!
