Biden had previously said that he would not interfere in his sons case or pardon him.
Today, I signed a pardon for my son Hunter, Biden wrote in a statement.
Hunter Biden wasconvictedearlier this year on federal gun charges, and later pleaded guilty to federal tax charges.
Joe Biden embraces Hunter Biden during the first day of the Democratic National Convention at the United Center on Aug. 19, 2024 in Chicago, Ill.(Photo by Andrew Harnik/Getty Images)
It was not the only time he said he would not sign a pardon.
I will not pardon him, hesaidexplicitly at a speaking event a week after his interview with Muir.
