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Biden pardons son Hunter, reversing prior stance

Biden pardons son Hunter, reversing earlier stance amid controversy over perceived selective prosecution and political fallout.

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President Biden has pardoned his son, Hunter Biden, reversing his previous stance against offering a pardon.

The decision came just before Hunter faced sentencing hearings for federal gun and tax charges.

In a statement, President Biden asserted that Hunter had been unfairly targeted by the Justice Department, stating, “he has been treated differently” due to his familial connection. He emphasized Hunter’s recovery, noting his son’s sobriety despite ongoing scrutiny.

The broad pardon encompasses potential offenses dating back to 2014, coinciding with Hunter’s involvement with the Ukrainian gas company, Burisma. White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre indicated that Biden’s concerns over continued Republican pursuits of Hunter were a factor in the pardon decision.

Avoiding accountability

The pardon drew immediate backlash from Republicans, with Rep. James Comer criticizing the Bidens for avoiding accountability. Some Democrats, including Governor Jared Polis, expressed apprehensions about the implications of such a precedent.

Hunter Biden had recently pleaded guilty to felonies related to tax evasion, including false deductions for personal expenses post-rehabilitation. He accepted responsibility for his past actions, vowing to dedicate his life to aiding others in similar situations.

Despite Biden’s prior declarations against a pardon, the president explained that after making the decision, there was no reason to wait in announcing it, hoping Americans would understand the father’s rationale in this complex situation.

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Israel launches its new “Iron Beam” laser system

Israel’s new “Iron Beam” laser defense system to deploy by year-end, promising cost-effective missile interception.

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Israel’s new “Iron Beam” laser defense system to deploy by year-end, promising cost-effective missile interception.


Israel’s Defence Ministry says its new “Iron Beam” laser system will be deployed by year’s end. The technology is designed to destroy incoming missiles, rockets, drones and mortars with precision.

Developed by Rafael Advanced Defense Systems in partnership with Elbit Systems, Iron Beam will sit alongside existing defences such as Iron Dome, David’s Sling and Arrow. Unlike traditional interceptors which can cost tens of thousands of dollars per shot, the laser comes at negligible expense.

Officials call it the world’s first high-power laser interception system to achieve operational maturity, hailing it as a game-changer for modern warfare. Military leaders expect the system to reshape air defence capabilities and cut costs dramatically.

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Stephen Colbert’s opening monologue on Jimmy Kimmel

Stephen Colbert condemns censorship and calls out Trump in powerful monologue dedicated to Jimmy Kimmel’s suspended show.

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Stephen Colbert condemns censorship and calls out Trump in powerful monologue dedicated to Jimmy Kimmel’s suspended show.


Stephen Colbert’s opening monologue is being hailed as one of the most powerful moments in modern late-night history. Standing on stage at the Ed Sullivan Theatre, Colbert dedicated his show to Jimmy Kimmel and his team after ABC suspended Kimmel’s programme under pressure from Washington.

Colbert called the move “blatant censorship” and directly accused President Trump of acting like an autocrat. “With an autocrat, you cannot give an inch,” he warned, making clear that the stakes reach far beyond late-night comedy.

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Charlie Kirk was scheduled to speak at Colorado State University

Despite cancellation, 10,000 gathered at CSU to support Charlie Kirk, creating a rally-like atmosphere.

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Despite cancellation, 10,000 gathered at CSU to support Charlie Kirk, creating a rally-like atmosphere.


Charlie Kirk was scheduled to speak at Colorado State University in Fort Collins, but the event was meant to be cancelled. Despite that, thousands of people still turned up to celebrate his legacy.

As many as 10,000 people turned out, showing the extent of support for the conservative activist. The crowd gathered outside CSU, creating an atmosphere more like a political rally than a cancelled speech.

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