President Biden's decision to pardon his son, Hunter Biden, has sparked intense backlash from lawmakers. Hunter was convicted in two separate federal cases earlier this year, including federal tax charges and felony gun charges.
Hunter pleaded guilty to federal tax charges in September, avoiding a public trial for failing to pay taxes while indulging in extravagant expenses on drugs, escorts, luxury hotel stays, and clothing. He was also convicted of three felony gun charges in June for providing false information on a mandatory gun purchase form.
Lawmakers, including House Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer and House Judiciary Chairman Jim Jordan, criticized President Biden for the pardon, accusing him of dishonesty and corruption. They highlighted the Biden family's alleged influence peddling activities and questioned the president's integrity.
President Biden had previously stated that he had no intention of pardoning his son, but his decision on Sunday contradicted his earlier remarks. The pardon has reignited discussions about the Biden family's business dealings and allegations of corruption.
Former President Trump and his team also weighed in on the pardon, with Trump questioning the fairness of the decision and his team condemning what they perceive as political interference in the justice system.
IRS investigators Gary Shapley and Joe Ziegler, who exposed political interference in Hunter's tax crimes, expressed disappointment over the pardon, emphasizing the need for justice to be upheld for all individuals.
The White House has not yet responded to requests for comment on the matter, leaving many questions unanswered about the rationale behind the pardon.
