Hunter Biden Faces Sentencing as Speculation on Presidential Pardon Intensifies

Hunter Biden, the son of outgoing President Joe Biden, is set to face sentencing in two separate criminal cases, sparking intense speculation about whether the president will pardon him in his final days in office. Hunter Biden will appear for sentencing on December 12 in federal court in Delaware for buying a gun while lying about his drug use, and on December 16 in federal court in California for tax fraud charges, including evading $1.4 million in federal taxes and filing a false tax return.

Despite the mounting pressure and public debate, President Joe Biden has consistently stated that he will not pardon his son. This stance was reaffirmed by White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre following Election Day. The president’s decision has been scrutinized, with some arguing that Hunter Biden’s prosecution is politically motivated due to his last name.

The situation has drawn comparisons to past presidential pardons, such as those issued by President-elect Donald Trump, who pardoned Charles Kushner, the father of his son-in-law Jared Kushner, in 2020. “The View” co-host Ana Navarro suggested that President Biden should consider pardoning his son, given the circumstances and the fact that Trump had pardoned individuals close to him.

President-elect Donald Trump has also weighed in on the matter, stating that he would not rule out pardoning Hunter Biden despite his criticisms of the Biden family. Trump emphasized that his decision would be based on what is best for the country, rather than personal vendettas.

The Biden family’s history of personal tragedies, including the deaths of President Biden’s first wife, daughter, and eldest son, has added an emotional layer to the public discourse. Throughout Hunter Biden’s struggles with addiction and legal issues, President Biden has maintained strong support for his son).