Biden Commutes Nearly 2,500 Sentences for Nonviolent Drug Offenders, Setting Record for Pardons

Jan 17, 2025, 10:06 AM

President Joe Biden has announced the commutation of sentences for nearly 2,500 individuals convicted of nonviolent drug offenses, marking one of his final acts in office. This decision not only underscores Biden's commitment to criminal justice reform but also cements his legacy as the president who has issued the most individual pardons and commutations in U.S. history. The clemency action addresses sentencing disparities, particularly concerning crack cocaine-related crimes, and reflects a broader effort to rectify injustices within the criminal justice system.