Pardon

Race Against Time: Indian Nurse’s Final Legal Avenue in Yemen Death Sentence Case Involves Victim’s Family Pardon

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New Delhi, India — Indian nurse Nimisha Priya, who has been condemned to death in Yemen for the 2017 murder of Yemeni national Talal Abdo Mahdi, might still have a chance to save her life through the payment of blood money if the victim’s family agrees to pardon her. This possibility remains under the workings of Yemen’s Sharia law, according to Subhas Chandran, the lawyer representing Priya’s family. Yemen’s President Rashad al-Alimi recently ratified Priya’s death sentence, setting the stage for her execution, which could occur within a month. Priya’s legal journey began after she … Read more

Congressional Push for Presidential Pardon Intensifies as Environmental Lawyer Faces Unprecedented Punishment

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WASHINGTON — In a recent wave of executive clemency, President Joe Biden, extending grace to nearly 1,450 individuals, unexpectedly included his son, Hunter, raising eyebrows and some concern. This list, however, did not include Steven Donziger, a lawyer who has become notable for his environmental advocacy and subsequent legal troubles. Donziger, known for his legal battle against oil giant Chevron on behalf of 30,000 Ecuadorian farmers and indigenous people, fell afoul of U.S. courts through charges of contempt. This has sparked a contentious discussion about the intersections of corporate power and environmental justice. U.S. Rep. … Read more

Judge Rebukes President Biden’s Justification for Hunter’s Pardon, Highlights Misuse of Power in Tax Evasion Case

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Washington, D.C. — In a controversial move that has sparked a wave of criticism and debate, President Joe Biden recently pardoned his son, Hunter Biden, for tax evasion and other offenses, a decision that has significant political and legal implications. This pardon is notably broad and raises questions about possible self-interest and assertions that the President previously committed to rely on the judicial system. The backlash to the pardon was immediate and widespread, spanning the ideological spectrum, though some left-leaning supporters have stood by the president. However, the sharp rebuke from federal Judge Mark Scarsi, … Read more

Judges Emphasize Importance of Upholding January 6th Truth Amid Increasing Pardon Discussions

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As discussions about pardons for defendants involved in the Jan. 6 Capitol riot intensify, members of the judiciary have expressed concerns about maintaining an accurate historical narrative of the events. The pivotal moment marked by the attack on the U.S. Capitol continues to resonate in legal and political debates, underscoring the importance of impartiality and factual integrity in the judicial process. Amid these debates, some Republican figures, including former President Donald Trump, have hinted at potential pardons for those convicted relating to the Jan. 6 events. This possibility has stirred controversy and drawn criticism from … Read more