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US President Joe Biden
US President Joe Biden has issued presidential pardons to 39 Americans convicted of non-violent crimes, and commuted the sentences of nearly 1,500 other people.
The White House described it as the most acts of presidential clemency issued in a single day.
It comes after Biden made the decision to pardon his son, Hunter Biden.
The US Constitution decrees that a president has the broad power to grant reprieves and pardons for offences against the United States, except in cases of impeachment.
Announcing the move, Biden said those pardoned had shown successful rehabilitation and have shown commitment to making their communities stronger and safer.
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