Republicans react to Biden’s ‘No one is above the law’ post following Hunter pardon
In response to President Joe Biden’s decision to pardon his son Hunter Biden, several Republican lawmakers have criticized the move, pointing out a tweet from earlier this year in which the president asserted, “No one is above the law.” Reps. Tom Emmer and Eli Crane both shared Biden’s tweet and added, “Unless your last name is Biden.” Senator Ted Cruz also chimed in, tweeting, “This aged like fine milk.”
President Biden’s pardon of his son Hunter has sparked outrage among GOP lawmakers, with Rep. Steve Scalise calling the Biden family corrupt and accusing them of lying to the American people. Scalise described the pardon as part of a long cover-up scheme and criticized the administration for not playing by the same rules as everyone else.
President Biden defended his decision to pardon Hunter in a statement, stating that he had promised not to interfere with the Justice Department’s decision-making. He claimed that his son was being unfairly prosecuted and that he had kept his word by signing the pardon.
The full and unconditional pardon granted to Hunter Biden covers offenses committed or participated in by him between January 1, 2014, and December 1, 2024. President-elect Donald Trump weighed in on the issue on Truth Social, questioning whether the pardon included the J-6 hostages who have been imprisoned for years.
The controversy surrounding Biden’s decision to pardon his son has reignited debates about political corruption and accountability. The Republican lawmakers are calling for transparency and accountability in the Biden administration’s actions. As the political landscape continues to evolve, the debate over the rule of law and equal treatment under the law remains a central issue in American politics.
It is clear that the pardon of Hunter Biden has stirred up strong reactions from both sides of the political aisle, highlighting the deep divisions in American politics. As the Biden administration faces criticism for its handling of the situation, the debate over political accountability and transparency is likely to continue in the coming months.
