Biden's Controversial Pardon of Son Sparks Political Firestorm

President Joe Biden issued a controversial pardon for his son, Hunter Biden, who was convicted on federal gun and tax charges, despite previously stating he would not intervene. This decision has sparked criticism from Republicans and raised questions about the independence of the US justice system. The pardon, which covers an 11-year period, is unprecedented as no president has pardoned their own child before, and it comes before Hunter's sentencing. Biden's move contrasts with his past criticisms of former President Trump's pardons.