Joe Biden shortened the sentences of almost 1,500 prisoners. The largest act of grace in US history

As announced by the White House in a statement, the pardons concern almost 1.5 thousand people. people who were sentenced to at least a year of house arrest under regulations introduced during the pandemic COVID-19 and who have “demonstrated successful rehabilitation and a strong commitment to making their communities safer.”

Additionally Biden Fully pardoned 39 people convicted of non-violent crimes, including drug crimes, who, it said, “changed their lives.” “These individuals include parents, veterans, healthcare workers, teachers, advocates and engaged members of their communities. Many of them have used their experiences in the criminal justice system to inspire and encourage others,” the statement said.

The White House noted that in total, Joe Biden performed the largest collective act of grace in history United States.

The previous record was held by Barack Obamawhich within He pardoned 330 people in one day convicted of drug crimes.

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The announcement was made after Biden pardoned his son Hunter for any crimes he has committed or may have committed in the last 10 years. The controversial decision spared him from punishment in cases involving the illegal acquisition of firearms and tax crimes, in which he was found guilty by juries in the states of Delaware and California.

The White House announced that it will soon announce further decisions on pardons.

As reported in the media – and which was not denied by presidential spokeswoman Karine Jean-Pierre – Biden is also considering “preventive” pardons for people at risk of prosecution by the new administration. This includes, among others: about former top military general Mark Milley, whose Trump accused him of treason, as well as investigators and other people involved in court cases and investigations against Trump.