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Pennsylvania lawmakers move to remove Biden’s name after controversial pardons showcase power


Lawmakers at both the state and federal levels are reacting to President Joe Biden’s record-breaking presidential pardon spree which saw over 3,000 sentences commuted or pardoned. Notably, Biden issued pardons to several members of his own family, including James Biden, Hunter Biden, and Valerie Biden-Owens. The last-minute pardons, which included former “kids for cash judge” Michael Conahan, have sparked outrage and calls for action among lawmakers.

Pennsylvania state Sen. Lisa Baker criticized Biden’s pardons as disrespectful to victims and a setback for criminal justice reform efforts. Lawmakers are also highlighting the lack of victim notification processes in federal and state systems, which leaves victims in the dark about the status of convicts.

While some lawmakers like Rep. Dan Meuser are troubled by Biden’s use of preemptive pardons for family members and Trump critics, they acknowledge that the presidential pardon power is enshrined in the Constitution and cannot be easily changed by Congress. However, lawmakers like Rep. Rob Bresnahan and Sen. Baker are pushing for the removal of Biden’s name from the President Biden Expressway in Scranton in response to his controversial pardons.

Biden’s use of presidential pardons, particularly for family members and controversial figures, has sparked debate and criticism among lawmakers. The legacy of his presidency, tarnished by the pardons, is now being questioned as lawmakers seek to address the consequences of these actions and ensure justice for victims.

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