The U.S. Department of Justice has begun reviewing pardons and commutations granted by President Joe Biden, according to sources familiar with the matter, as part of an internal inquiry into the presidential clemency process.
The probe, which remains confidential, aims to assess whether any of the pardons issued by Biden were inappropriate or possibly granted due to improper considerations. The review is part of a broader effort by the Justice Department to ensure transparency and integrity in the presidential pardon system.
Clemency powers, vested solely in the President of the United States, allow the issuance of pardons, commutations, and reprieves to individuals convicted of federal crimes. Historically, these powers have been subject to political controversy, especially when allegations arise of favoritism or quid pro quo arrangements.
While sources declined to specify which pardons are under scrutiny, the investigation reportedly covers a range of cases granted during Biden’s time in office, including both high-profile and lesser-known clemency decisions. The inquiry also reflects increased congressional and public attention on the clemency process following concerns over potential abuses under previous administrations.
The White House has not publicly commented on the Justice Department’s review. Meanwhile, Justice Department officials have reiterated their commitment to upholding the rule of law and ensuring all pardons are granted fairly and in accordance with established guidelines.
This development comes amid ongoing scrutiny of presidential clemency powers and adds to the broader political debate over transparency and accountability in executive decision-making.
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U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday urged Congress to shut down the Voice of America, accusing the taxpayer-funded broadcaster of promoting radical leftist views and calling it a "total, leftwing disaster."
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov downplayed NATO’s new 5% defence spending target, saying it won’t have a major impact on Russia’s security and accusing the alliance of exaggerating the threat his country poses.
Kyrgyz President Sadyr Zhaparov’s first visit to Malaysia in 30 years sealed a raft of deals on energy, halal industry and tourism. Both nations say the trip launches a “strategic partnership” to match their fast-growing economies.
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U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday urged Congress to shut down the Voice of America, accusing the taxpayer-funded broadcaster of promoting radical leftist views and calling it a "total, leftwing disaster."
Kazakhstan will create six new nature conservation institutions to preserve biodiversity, aiming to increase protected territories to 12.5% of the national area.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov downplayed NATO’s new 5% defence spending target, saying it won’t have a major impact on Russia’s security and accusing the alliance of exaggerating the threat his country poses.
Kyrgyz President Sadyr Zhaparov’s first visit to Malaysia in 30 years sealed a raft of deals on energy, halal industry and tourism. Both nations say the trip launches a “strategic partnership” to match their fast-growing economies.
Germany will halt funding for Mediterranean migrant rescue missions, redirecting aid to conflict-hit regions like Sudan, in a move critics warn will worsen the humanitarian crisis at sea.
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