Staff Reports
Senator Bernie Sanders has thrown a few verbal punches following President Joe Biden’s recent decision to pardon his son, Hunter. Outrageous as it may seem, Sanders expressed concern about the “dangerous” precedent that this pardon might create, proving that even Democrats can be alarmed by the apparent nepotism on display. In a moment that could draw more attention than a cat on a Roomba, Sanders highlighted that Biden’s fatherly instincts overshadowed sound judgment, leading to a pardon that contradicts his previous claims of adhering to the justice system.
In a classic case of “do as I say, not as I do,” Biden had promised to respect the jury’s decision regarding Hunter’s criminal charges. But like a magician pulling a rabbit out of a hat, he performed a swift about-face, issuing a pardon that covered not only Hunter’s looming tax and gun crimes but also potentially any other alleged offenses he might have committed since 2014. If there was ever an example of the “you scratch my back, I’ll scratch yours” mentality, this has to be it.
Sanders pointed out that this expansive pardon might open the floodgates for future presidents to offer sweeping amnesties. Imagine a scenario where political leaders casually toss out pardons like Halloween candy—only in this case, the candy comes wrapped in a political agenda. If future presidents can wield such power without accountability, it sets a worrisome standard.
Sanders Says Biden's Hunter Pardon Sets 'Dangerous' Precedent
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Interestingly, a chorus of Democrats, apparently not interested in looking like they have their heads stuck in the sand, have also expressed concerns over the implications of this pardon. They worry that if President-elect Donald Trump were to adopt a similar approach, it would leave them with little room to complain about presidential overreach. Their very own double-edged sword of political maneuvering might just cut them where it hurts.
As for Sanders, he isn’t just stopping at critiquing the Hunter pardon; he also hinted at concerns regarding the possibility of Biden handing out pardons related to the January 6th incidents. It seems the senator believes this could also lead to troublesome ramifications. One can only imagine the whirlwind of political fallout that would follow should Biden decide to grant those involved a collective “get out of jail free” card.
In a world where accountability seems increasingly optional, this entire episode underscores that promises made in politics are often as durable as a wet paper bag. With Biden’s actions raising eyebrows not only from conservatives but also from within his own party, it appears there’s enough political drama surrounding the White House to rival a telenovela.
