Joe Biden commutes sentences for over 2,500 criminals, breaking old record set by him – EVOL

President Joe Biden announced Friday that nearly 2,500 incarcerated individuals, many of whom are convicted of drug offenses, would receive clemency.

Biden framed the decision as a step toward rectifying historical injustices, emphasizing sentencing disparities and outdated enhancements that disproportionately impacted certain offenders.

“Today’s clemency action provides relief for individuals who received lengthy sentences based on discredited distinctions between crack and powder cocaine, as well as outdated sentencing enhancements for drug crimes,” Biden said in a statement. “This action is an important step toward righting historic wrongs, correcting sentencing disparities, and providing deserving individuals the opportunity to return to their families and communities after spending far too much time behind bars.”

The latest round of clemency builds on Biden’s previous efforts in December, when he commuted the sentences of 1,500 individuals and issued pardons for 39 others. Friday’s announcement marks a record-breaking move in Biden’s clemency actions, surpassing his December numbers.

Critics have raised concerns about Biden’s clemency decisions, particularly regarding the scope of individuals impacted. While the president has highlighted the focus on “nonviolent” drug offenders, opponents argue that the blanket nature of some clemency actions fails to account for potential public safety risks.

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