Biden Firm on Not Using Presidential Powers to Aid Son’s Legal Troubles

U.S. President Joe Biden has firmly stated that he will not use his presidential authority to alter or lessen the potential sentence his son Hunter Biden might receive for his federal felony conviction on gun charges. Speaking at a news conference after the Group of Seven summit, Biden emphatically responded “no” when asked if he planned to commute Hunter Biden’s sentence.

Hunter Biden faces charges that could result in up to 25 years in prison, although as a first-time offender, a less severe sentence is likely. The ultimate decision rests with U.S. District Judge Maryellen Noreika, who was appointed by former President Donald Trump.

The president’s remarks follow a day after the White House did not rule out a possible commutation for Hunter Biden. Nonetheless, both President Biden and the White House have consistently maintained that there will be no pardon for his son.

“I’m extremely proud of my son Hunter. He has overcome an addiction. He is one of the brightest, most decent men I know,” Biden said during the news conference. “I abide by the jury decision. I will do that and I will not pardon him.”

This statement reinforces Biden’s previous assertions about his stance on his son’s legal issues, emphasizing his commitment to the judicial process and his refusal to interfere with it.