Colorado's Democratic Governor, Jared Polis, has publicly criticized President Biden's decision to pardon his son, Hunter Biden, arguing that the president prioritized family over national interests. Polis expressed his disappointment on X (formerly Twitter), stating that the pardon sets a concerning precedent for future presidents and could negatively impact Biden's legacy.
Polis acknowledged Biden's paternal instincts but stressed the importance of upholding the law regardless of familial ties. He emphasized that Hunter Biden's legal troubles were self-inflicted and that no one, including a president's son, should be exempt from legal consequences. The governor used the Latin term "Pater familias," meaning head of the household, to highlight the president's responsibility to the nation.
The White House announced Hunter Biden's pardon on Sunday evening. This pardon covers potential offenses against the United States committed between January 1, 2014, and December 1, 2024. It follows Hunter Biden's convictions in two separate federal cases earlier this year.
In a statement, President Biden defended his decision, claiming he had not interfered with the Justice Department's decision-making process and that his son had been unfairly targeted. He argued that Hunter Biden received disparate treatment compared to others in similar situations, particularly regarding gun form violations and late tax payments.
This report incorporates contributions from Fox News reporters Emma Colton and Andrea Margolis.
