Biden's Historic Clemency: 1,500 Sentences Commuted, 39 Pardons Granted

President Joe Biden has granted clemency to nearly 1,500 individuals, marking the largest single-day act of clemency in modern history. This includes commuting sentences for those on home confinement during the pandemic and pardoning 39 people convicted of non-violent crimes. The move, aimed at addressing sentencing disparities and promoting rehabilitation, comes amid pressure for Biden to use his clemency powers before leaving office. Biden has promised further clemency actions in the coming weeks, despite controversy over his recent pardon of his son, Hunter.