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Biden Pardons Drug Lord Who Murdered Eight-Year-Old Boy and His Mother in Connecticut, Set to Return by July
Jan 27, 2025, 11:43 AM
President Joe Biden has faced criticism for granting clemency to a convicted drug lord who was involved in the murder of an eight-year-old boy and his mother. Reports indicate that the clemency decision was made without proper vetting, leading to concerns about the implications of the pardon. Connecticut Senator Richard Blumenthal remarked that 'someone dropped the ball' in the process, highlighting the gravity of the situation. The drug lord is expected to return to the Bridgeport, Connecticut community by July, which has raised alarm among the victims' family and the public. The incident has sparked a broader debate about the administration's approach to pardons and public trust in the media's coverage of such decisions.
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