Biden shortens sentences for nearly 2,500 people, setting a record

Democratic lawmakers had urged President Biden to use his clemency powers to address disparities in sentences for offenses involving crack cocaine.

Jan 17, 2025 - 11:03
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Biden shortens sentences for nearly 2,500 people, setting a record
President Biden speaks during a White House event in this Jan. 5, 2025 file photo.

Democratic lawmakers had urged President Biden to use his clemency powers to address disparities in sentences for offenses involving crack cocaine.

(Image credit: Kent Nishimura)

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