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Sen. Klobuchar Calls for Reform of Presidential Pardoning Process

Senator Amy Klobuchar criticizes President Biden's pardons, advocating for a reformed and transparent clemency process involving an outside board.

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Updated: Dec 15th, 2024, 5:59 PM ET

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On CBS's Face the Nation, Senator Amy Klobuchar expressed significant concern over President Biden's recent pardons and commutations, advocating for a reformed clemency process. She criticized his decision to pardon his son, Hunter, and highlighted troubling cases among those granted clemency. Klobuchar called for the establishment of an outside board to review individual petitions for pardons, emphasizing the importance of transparency and integrity within the justice system, while acknowledging that although some pardons may be justified, many required a more thorough evaluation.

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