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Biden's Controversial Clemency Actions Spark Mixed Reactions

President Biden commutes sentences and grants pardons, stirring debate over decisions, including controversial cases tied to corruption and past scandals.

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Updated: Dec 16th, 2024, 7:09 PM ET

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President Biden's recent clemency actions, commuting sentences of nearly 1,500 individuals and granting 39 pardons, have ignited controversy. Critics have voiced strong objections to the inclusion of former officials connected to the 'Kids for Cash' scandal. Lawmakers and victims of these actions have expressed outrage, suggesting these clemency decisions overlook the severity of their crimes. Biden argues these actions are based on successful rehabilitation and aims to address past injustices in sentencing. The response from both parties remains sharply divided, underscoring the complexities surrounding presidential clemency powers and their implementation.

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