Staff Reports
In a shocking and, quite frankly, puzzling decision, President Joe Biden decided to take a page out of the “What Were You Thinking?” playbook. As one of his parting gifts, he commuted the sentences of 37 federal inmates on Christmas Eve, many of whom are less-than-pleasant individuals—think child murderers, rapists, and cop killers. If there ever was a stark reminder of the often warped views on justice, this move is it. Even the typically partisan waters of D.C. saw bipartisan outrage, as families of victims stepped forward to express their disbelief and horror.
Among those voicing their concerns was Marissa Gibson, the widow of a murdered Columbus Police Officer. She laid it out plainly for anyone still scratching their heads over Biden’s decision-making process, pointing out that a jury made its decision, and it should stand. It’s hard to fathom what goes through the mind of someone who would prioritize releasing such individuals from prison, especially those who’ve caused unimaginable pain and suffering.
This brings up an interesting thought: doesn’t Joe Biden’s apparent struggle with his mental faculties raise eyebrows about the validity of these commutations? Republican Senator Tom Cotton thinks it should. He asked whether any legal moves made by someone who might be mentally incompetent are even legitimate. If contracts, wills, and other legal actions are tossed out the window due to mental incapacity, shouldn’t these pardons for depraved criminals be scrutinized just as rigorously? Considering the track record of this administration, it’s more than fair to start asking some pointed questions about who is really calling the shots.
Based on Joe's obvious declining mental condition, AR Senator, Tom Cotton is questioning the legitimacy of his horrendous pardons.
Do you think that's a valid point or is it a slippery slope that could set an undesirable precedent?https://t.co/VlUomlCFRN
— David Joe May (@TheGrayRider) December 25, 2024
In the backdrop of the chaos, Biden has gone AWOL, effectively hiding from both the press and the public. How does one communicate the end of their presidency while avoiding any responsibility or accountability? Not exactly the picture of leadership one would hope for in the waning days of a presidency.
As the dust settles and families continue to mourn their lost loved ones, one must wonder how much longer this type of decision-making can go unchecked. Biden’s last-minute commutation spree is the cherry on top of a presidency characterized by questionable judgment and disjointed decision-making. If there’s anything that unites Americans right now, it’s a shared sentiment that there’s a lot more that needs to be done to restore faith in the justice system—plainly starting with not releasing vicious criminals back onto the streets.
